Global News Podcast Iran says it's ready for talks with US
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Jan 30, 2026 
Shiona McCallum, reporter tracking robo-taxi trials, and Orla Guerin, international correspondent on Syrian camps, join Tony Blakely, epidemiology professor studying genes and longevity, and Chris Mason, political editor covering the UK-China visit. They discuss Iran-Turkey diplomacy and negotiation stances. China lifting sanctions on MPs and UK-China talks. A big genetics study on lifespan. Robo-taxi safety and self-driving challenges.
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Iran Conditions Talks On Equal Terms
- Iran says it will talk to the US only on equal terms and excluding its defence capability.
- Abbas Araghchi stressed diplomacy is a priority but preconditions for fair talks remain unmet.
Threats And Diplomacy Sent Mixed Signals
- President Trump combined threats of military force with an openness to negotiations.
- Iran views US military buildup and unpredictable rhetoric with anxiety and caution.
China Lifts Travel Restrictions On MPs
- Keir Starmer raised MPs' sanctioned status with President Xi and China lifted travel restrictions on British parliamentarians.
- Sanctioned MPs criticised the move, saying convenience should not override justice for Uyghurs.