• Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi is ready to visit Europe for nuclear talks.
• France indicates that European powers will engage in dialogue if Iran shows seriousness.
• Ongoing U.S. negotiations influence Iran's approach toward European powers.
• Iran seeks to build momentum from recent talks with China and Russia.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi announced his readiness to travel to Europe for discussions on Tehran's nuclear programme, signaling a potential thaw in relations with European powers. France has indicated that the E3 nations—Germany, France, and the United Kingdom—are prepared to engage in dialogue if Iran demonstrates serious intent. This engagement comes as Iran also seeks to capitalize on the momentum from recent nuclear negotiations with the United States, which are set to resume in Oman on Saturday, following discussions with China and Russia earlier in the week, according to Al Jazeera and India Times.

Since September, Tehran has engaged in multiple rounds of talks with the E3 regarding their ties and the nuclear issue, and Araqchi has emphasized that "the ball is now in the E3's court," referencing the fluctuating nature of relations, which he described as "currently down". He expressed his willingness to visit Paris, Berlin, and London as a first step toward resolving their differences. French foreign ministry spokesman Christophe Lemoine stated that while the E3 favors dialogue, it is contingent upon Iran demonstrating genuine commitment to negotiations, as noted in reports from Reuters and Dawn.

Amid escalating tensions and geopolitical complexities, including Iran's contentious ballistic missile program and its support for Russia amidst the Ukraine conflict, the E3 nations are observing the developments closely. American indirect negotiations have added another layer to this delicate scenario, especially with U.S. President Donald Trump's past withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear agreement, leading to serious reconsideration of diplomatic strategies among all involved parties, according to Al Jazeera, India Times, and Reuters.

As the negotiation landscape evolves, Tehran’s proactive approach in proposing visits to European capitals reflects its intent to re-engage with the E3 while keeping options open concerning its negotiations with the United States. The outcome of these diplomatic overtures remains to be seen, but early signals indicate a potential path forward for dialogue, as emphasized by Araqchi's statements and the supportive response from France, according to Dawn.