Tehran, Feb. 3 -- Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reiterated that Tehran remains open to dialogue grounded in mutual respect but will not engage in negotiations under threats or coercion, Iranian state broadcaster Press TV reported.

On Monday, Araghchi made the remarks during a visit to the mausoleum of Imam Khomeini in southern Tehran, where he and senior Foreign Ministry officials renewed their allegiance to the ideals of the founder of the Islamic Republic.

Highlighting Iran's long-standing diplomatic stance, Araghchi said, "Iran has always been ready for diplomacy from an equal footing, with mutual respect, and in pursuit of the interests of the Iranian nation."

He stressed that respect must be reciprocal, adding, "Anyone wh...