The United States is willing to engage in talks with Iran regarding its nuclear program "on the basis of mutual respect" said the White House on Friday.
The deputy spokesperson, Josh Earnest said:
The deputy spokesperson, Josh Earnest said:
"We have had a number of engagements with the Iranians and we'll continue to have conversations on the basis of mutual respect,"
"And over the course of those conversations there will be an opportunity for the Iranians to demonstrate through actions the seriousness with which they are pursuing this endeavor,"
"Sanctions have tightened around the Iranian regime, further isolated them from the international community, taken a significant toll on their economy and put pressure on them to come back to the bargaining table,"