Iran is open to nuclear talks with the US under trust conditions

Iran is willing to discuss its nuclear program with the US if trust is rebuilt.

Iran seeks nuclear talks with US contingent on trust rebuilding

TEHRAN, Iran (AP) — Iran has expressed its readiness to engage in discussions about its nuclear program with the United States. However, the Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister, Kazem Gharibabadi, emphasized that this engagement is contingent upon the US taking significant steps to rebuild trust. This statement comes before a key meeting with European officials, marking the first formal discussions since a cessation of hostilities following a 12-day war between Israel and Iran. Key aspects of these forthcoming talks include Iran’s insistence on its right to enrich uranium under the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty. Iran has stated that it will not tolerate hidden military agendas and remains prepared for any scenario. The meeting will also address the possibility of sanctions being reimposed if the US and E3 nations do not adhere to the 2015 nuclear agreement.

Iran's insistence on trust-building signals the complexity of re-engaging with the US and the broader international community. The backdrop of recent military conflicts has intensified its bargaining stance, and this context suggests that Iran may use this negotiation platform to assert its interests. Moreover, the warning against the snapback sanctions highlights the precarious balance of power in negotiations. Iran's position of unwavering enrichment capabilities serves as both a declarative right and a strategic deterrent, shaping how the European powers will respond to its demands. This scenario sets the stage for high-stakes diplomacy, where past grievances and current realities are poised to clash.

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The outcome of these negotiations could reshape the future of regional security.