Iran defies US threats in nuclear talks

Iran Defies US Threats in Nuclear Talks

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has insisted on the right to enrich uranium during recent negotiations with the United States, despite concerns over potential military conflict. The talks, which resumed in Oman following a break caused by last year's Israel-Iran conflict, aim to address US sanctions and Iran's nuclear program. Araghchi emphasized that Tehran would not be intimidated by US threats, stating that no external power should dictate Iran's behavior. Meanwhile, the US delegation visited the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier as part of their negotiations, highlighting the ongoing tensions in the region. The discussions are complicated by broader issues such as Iran's ballistic missiles and support for regional groups, which Tehran refuses to include in the talks. While Trump praised the talks as 'very good,' Iran's president has described them as a step forward. Araghchi remains cautious about US commitments to diplomacy, given the continuation of sanctions and military actions.