An Iranian senior official announced that new negotiations with the United States are anticipated to take place in early March. The discussions will focus on the differing views of Iran and the U.S. surrounding the scope and mechanism for lifting sanctions against Tehran in exchange for limitations on its nuclear program. Although there is ongoing contention regarding these issues, the official expressed optimism for the potential of reaching a temporary agreement.

The official highlighted that Iran might be open to a combination of measures, including exporting a portion of its high-enriched uranium (HEU) stockpile, diluting the purity of its HEU, and regional collaboration for uranium enrichment. However, the Iranian side firmly states that it demands recognition of its rights to nuclear enrichment for peaceful purposes as a precondition for any deals. This threshold reflects Iran’s insistence that its nuclear program be viewed through the lens of legitimate sovereign rights rather than solely a security threat.

This dialogue comes on the heels of statements made by Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, who indicated that an Iranian counter-proposal is expected to be ready shortly, further outlining Tehran's position in these critical negotiations. The anticipated discussions and proposals signal an ongoing interest from both parties to navigate the complexities of international nuclear agreements, which have significant implications for regional and global security policies.