Representatives from Iran, Britain, France, and Germany met in Geneva on Monday to discuss Tehran’s contested nuclear programme. Iran's deputy foreign minister for international and legal affairs, Kazem Gharibabadi, described the talks as "serious, frank, and constructive," according to a report from Iran's official news agency on Tuesday.

In a statement posted on X, Gharibabadi highlighted the discussions covered "certain details in the sanctions-lifting and nuclear fields necessary for a deal." He further emphasized the mutual understanding among parties to resume negotiations and foster an atmosphere conducive to reaching an agreement.

This latest round of talks builds on discussions held in November, where Iranian officials had suggested that finalising a roadmap with European nations would pressure the United States to determine the future of the nuclear deal.

The 2015 nuclear pact, involving Iran and six major powers, was disrupted in 2018 when then-U.S. President Donald Trump withdrew from the agreement and reimposed stringent sanctions on Iran. This move prompted Tehran to exceed the pact's nuclear limits, including stockpiling enriched uranium, refining it to higher purity levels, and deploying advanced centrifuges.

Efforts to revive the agreement have remained stalled, despite indirect talks between the Biden administration and Tehran. Trump, now seeking a return to office, has reiterated his commitment to the aggressive policies of his previous term, aiming to pressure Iran into negotiations encompassing its nuclear ambitions, ballistic missile programme, and regional activities.

The renewed dialogue in Geneva signals a cautious step forward, with all sides agreeing to maintain communication in pursuit of a diplomatic resolution.