As a fragile ceasefire persists in the region, Iranians are cautiously weighing the possibility of a renewed nuclear deal with the United States. The BBC’s chief international correspondent Lyse Doucet reports from Tehran, where diplomatic efforts to avoid a return to conflict are intensifying.
Analysts suggest that both sides are keen to avoid further escalation, but significant hurdles remain. ‘The window for diplomacy is narrow, but not yet closed,’ a senior Western diplomat told the BBC on condition of anonymity.
Local residents express mixed feelings. ‘We want peace, but not at the cost of our sovereignty,’ said one Tehran shopkeeper, echoing sentiments heard across the capital.
The coming weeks will test whether negotiators can bridge longstanding divides or if the region faces renewed tensions.