Richard Ratcliffe: Meeting with foreign minister James Cleverly 'depressing'

The transcript details a meeting with Iranian officials, highlighting the lack of progress and the speaker's frustrations. Despite a cordial atmosphere, no significant advancements were made, and the speaker expresses disappointment in the diplomatic strategy, feeling it lacks consequences for Iran's actions. The speaker reflects on personal feelings of hopelessness and the need for a more effective approach to address the ongoing issues, including the hostage situation involving Nazanin. The overall sentiment is one of deflation and the need for a change in strategy.

What was the general tone of the meeting with the Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister?

• Cordial but unproductive

• Hostile and confrontational

• Indifferent and dismissive

• Optimistic and hopeful

What was the speaker's main concern regarding the diplomatic protection?

• It was irrelevant to the situation

• It was being actively pursued

• It was not being addressed

• It was fully resolved

How did the speaker feel about the government's current strategy?

• Satisfied and content

• Indifferent and neutral

• Disappointed and critical

• Confident and supportive

What was the speaker's expectation from the meeting with the Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister?

• A breakthrough and recognition

• A new trade agreement

• A complete resolution

• A formal apology

What did the speaker believe was necessary for progress in the situation?

• More meetings with the same approach

• A competent strategy and recognition of the status quo

• Ignoring the issue

• Increased military presence