Iran approached diplomats with offer nearly four years ago , BBC told . Comment: Iran offered to stand down in Iraq if West would accept its nuke program . Iran denies involvement in fighting in Iraq , says allegations are `` baseless '' Despite strained relations , Obama administration has hinted at direct talks .
Iran approached diplomats with offer nearly four years ago , BBC told . Diplomat : Iran offered to stand down in Iraq if West would accept its nuke program . Iran denies involvement in fighting in Iraq , says allegations are `` baseless '' Despite strained relations , Obama administration has hinted at direct talks .