Iran's Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, declared that during recent talks in Geneva, mediated by Oman, the United States did not demand Iran halt its uranium enrichment program. This statement came in an interview where Araghchi emphasized that there had been no proposal from Iran to suspend enrichment, and no requests for 'zero enrichment' from the US. The discussions appear to center on ensuring that Iran's nuclear program remains peaceful and does not pose a threat in the future.

Araghchi mentioned that Iran's next step would be to present a draft of a potential agreement to Washington within the next few days. The dialogue seems to indicate a slow progression towards a more defined framework regarding Iran's nuclear activities, with a focus on transparency and peaceful intentions. The current state of negotiations holds significance as the international community continues to monitor Iran's nuclear capabilities and the implications for regional and global security.

The context of these negotiations falls against a backdrop of heightened tensions following the US's withdrawal from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action in 2018 under President Trump. The responses from the Iranian side, as articulated by Araghchi, reflect a desire for continued engagement while maintaining their right to enrich uranium under international law, potentially raising further discussions on the terms of nuclear governance and verification mechanisms in the future.