Iran President Says Tehran Will Not Back Down in U.S. Talks
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that Tehran will not back down in negotiations with the United States. Reports of a draft agreement emerged alongside continued U.S. demands on Iran's nuclear program.
thehindubusinessline.comIranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran will not back down in negotiations with the United States, according to state media. Pezeshkian stated that Iranian ministers and experts are working day and night without a single day off. He added that Iran is willing to sacrifice as much as possible for the honor and pride of the country.
-Iran agreement mediated by Pakistan. S. sanctions. The reported draft does not address the nuclear issue. S. President Donald Trump has said any agreement must include removal of Iran's stockpile of highly enriched uranium.
Reuters reported that Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei ordered Iran's stockpile of uranium enriched to 60 percent to remain inside the country. Some Iranian officials denied the report to Al Jazeera, calling it propaganda. Trump told reporters at the White House that the United States will get Iran's enriched uranium and will probably destroy it.
He said the United States will not let Iran have a nuclear weapon.
U.S. intelligence assessments cited by CNN. Four sources told CNN that Iran's military is reconstituting faster than initially estimated. White House officials have warned that Iran faces military punishment if it does not agree to terms satisfactory to the United States.
Key Facts
Potential Impact
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Negotiations may continue without addressing the nuclear issue in the near term.
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U.S. sanctions relief could be delayed if uranium removal is not resolved.
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