Overview

• President Trump has publicly stated that the goal of negotiations with Iran is the complete dismantlement of its nuclear program, marking his firmest declaration yet on the issue.
• While rejecting Iran's enrichment activities, Trump indicated he is open to discussions on allowing a civilian nuclear energy program, provided it adheres to stringent safeguards.
• A fourth round of U.S.-Iran nuclear talks, mediated by Oman, was postponed after three prior rounds failed to resolve key disagreements.
• Iran insists on its right under the Non-Proliferation Treaty to peaceful nuclear energy and has dismissed U.S. demands for dismantlement as unjustified.
• The Trump administration recently tightened sanctions on Iranian oil exports, increasing economic pressure as part of its 'maximum pressure' campaign.