Iran, China and Russia huddle for nuclear talks while UN meets behind closed doors on possible sanctions

Ali Khameneisupreme Leader

If we wanted to build nuclear weapons, the US would not be able to stop it. We ourselves do not want it,

Khamenei said

Ali Khameneisupreme Leader

When we know they won't honour it, what's the point of negotiating? Therefore, the invitation to negotiate ... is a deception of public opinion,

Khamenei was quoted as saying by state media

Abbas Araghchiiranian Foreign Minister

Our talks with Europeans have been ongoing and will continue ... however, any decision by the UN Security Council or board of governors of the UN nuclear watchdog to pressure us will put under question the legitimacy of these talks,

Araqchi said according to state media

Masoud Pezeshkianiranian President

It is unacceptable for us that they give orders and make threats. I won't even negotiate with you. Do whatever the hell you want,

said Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian

Dmitry Peskovkremlin spokesman

It is clear that Iran is seeking negotiations based on mutual respect, constructive negotiations,

Peskov said of possible nuclear talks

If we have to go to the military option, it will be very, very bad for [Iran],

he said