US–Iran Resumes Nuclear Negotiations in Geneva
The United States and Iran plan to resume nuclear talks in Geneva on Thursday, February 26, according to Omani mediators. This round extends efforts to find a solution to the current impasse over Tehran's nuclear program.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said he hoped to meet US special envoy Steve Witkoff and stressed that Iran would not bow to pressure from US military deployments in the region. Araghchi said the possibility of a "win-win" agreement remains open, and Iran is preparing a proposal that meets the needs of both parties.
However, signals from Washington have been inconsistent. Witkoff stated that "zero enrichment" is a non-negotiable condition, while Iranian media reports suggest the US had accepted Iran's red line to continue enriching uranium, a claim that sparked the conflict. Araghchi emphasized that enrichment is Iran's "right," and that current discussions are focused solely on the nuclear issue, with no other topics.
Geopolitical tensions are also mounting ahead of the talks. The US is strengthening its military presence in the Middle East, while President Donald Trump has said he is considering limited strikes if negotiations fail. Meanwhile, the IAEA Board of Governors is meeting in Vienna on March 2 to consider a resolution that could condemn Iran and potentially be brought to the UN Security Council, adding urgency to the diplomatic path. (asd)
Source: Newsmaker.id
