High-Stakes Talks: U.S. and Iran Navigate Renewed Nuclear Negotiations
The U.S. and Iran engage in indirect talks in Geneva to address their nuclear dispute, mediated by Oman, against a backdrop of military tension. Both nations have strategic stakes, with Tehran demanding sanctions relief and Washington aiming to discuss broader issues, including Iran's missile program.
The United States and Iran commenced indirect negotiations in Geneva on Tuesday to resolve their longstanding nuclear dispute, amid heightened regional tensions marked by U.S. military deployments. Iran continues to call for sanctions relief, while the U.S. seeks to expand discussions to include Iran's missile arsenal.
Iran recalled previous halted talks, disrupted by a U.S.-backed Israeli bombing campaign, leading to a halt in Tehran's uranium enrichment. Currently, U.S. military preparations continue, indicating potential prolonged operations should President Trump decide to escalate military action.
Further complicating matters, renewed talks are shadowed by Iran's internal protests due to economic hardships exacerbated by international sanctions. Meanwhile, the Trump administration presses for an expanded scope of negotiations, including missile limitations, amidst diplomatic overtures to prevent conflict escalation.