The United States has officially proposed a new nuclear agreement to Iran, as confirmed by the White House on Saturday. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi received details of this proposal from Oman’s foreign minister during a brief visit to Iran.
The proposal arises amidst reports from the UN’s nuclear watchdog, highlighting Iran’s increased production of enriched uranium, crucial for nuclear weapon creation. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt emphasized that accepting the deal would be in Iran’s best interests, reiterating President Trump’s firm stance against Iran acquiring nuclear capabilities.
While the specifics of the deal remain undisclosed, Araghchi noted that Iran’s response would align with its national interests and rights. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) recently reported that Iran possesses over 400 kg of uranium enriched to 60% purity, significantly exceeding civilian energy requirements and representing enough material for roughly ten nuclear weapons.
Despite Iran’s assertion that its nuclear activities are peaceful, the IAEA’s findings could lead to a collective push from the US, Britain, France, and Germany for possible action against Iran at an upcoming IAEA meeting. Ongoing negotiations mediated by Oman since April have encountered challenges, particularly around Iran’s right to enrich uranium.
Following the US’s withdrawal from the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, tensions have risen, with Iran progressively breaching the original deal’s limitations. The current proposal hopes to reignite dialogues and address concerns surrounding Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
Source: www.bbc.com
