An Iranian official stated that negotiations with Washington are focusing on Iran's nuclear commitments and the U.S. lifting sanctions, without discussing the removal of enriched uranium.
An Iranian official has conveyed that the ongoing negotiations with the United States are centered around Iran’s nuclear commitments, as well as the U.S. obligations regarding lifting sanctions and fostering economic cooperation. The official clarified that discussions have not included the potential removal of Iran's high-enriched uranium stockpile from the country. He emphasized that expectations for the success of the negotiations should be kept realistic, cautioning against assuming that negotiations would achieve a 100% success rate.
The Iranian spokesperson also asserted that suggestions about ceding mines or oil fields to Washington are not only impractical but also off the table. He warned that any future confrontation would target U.S. interests in the region. Notably, he maintained that the negotiations were separate from Iran's preparedness to defend against any aggression, indicating that Iran's readiness to confront threats contributes to reducing perceptions of enemy deception.
Additionally, a senior Iranian official had previously indicated that there are differing perspectives between Tehran and Washington regarding the scope, mechanism, and conditions for relieving, suspending, or lifting sanctions against Iran in exchange for restrictions on its nuclear program. This context suggests a delicate balance in the negotiations, with significant implications for both U.S.-Iran relations and broader geopolitical stability in the region.
