Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Tehran is weighing a new round of negotiations with the United States, following claims that Washington has requested talks after failing to meet its objectives in the ongoing conflict. During his visit to Russia, Araghchi emphasized Iran's resilience against the US, asserting that the superpower has not achieved any of its goals, prompting the request for negotiations. The discussions also included talks with Russian President Vladimir Putin, focusing on escalating tensions in West Asia, with Moscow reaffirming its support for regional stability. However, backchannel efforts to revive US-Iran dialogue are uncertain, particularly after the US canceled a planned envoy visit. Iran has proposed a phased plan to de-escalate tensions, which includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for lifting the US naval blockade and restoring oil exports, while deferring nuclear negotiations. These developments indicate a potential diplomatic opening, although deep mistrust and ongoing regional tensions continue to pose challenges.