Iran's President Says Talks Are Possible If U.S. Rejoins Nuclear Deal

Iran is open to negotiating with the US if it recommits to the 2015 nuclear deal, but refuses to do so under pressure. President Rouhani emphasized that peace in the Middle East requires Iran's involvement. Since the US withdrew from the deal in 2018, tensions have escalated, especially after the US killed Iranian General Soleimani. Iran retaliated with missile strikes, but Rouhani believes the US is unlikely to pursue war due to potential negative impacts on its regional interests and Trump's re-election prospects.

What does Rouhani believe is impossible without Iran's help?

What did Rouhani suggest about the US's intentions regarding a war with Iran?