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U.S. and Iran Clash Over Nuclear Proposal as Talks Continue

Washington insists Tehran respond swiftly to a formal deal while Iran denies receiving any written proposal, highlighting deep mistrust in ongoing negotiations.

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An Iranian military truck carries parts of a Sayad 4-B missile past a portrait of supreme leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei during a military parade as part of a ceremony marking the country's annual army day in Tehran on April 17, 2024.
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Overview

  • President Trump confirmed the U.S. has delivered a formal nuclear deal proposal to Iran, warning of consequences if Tehran does not act quickly.
  • Iranian officials, including Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, dispute receiving any written proposal and describe U.S. messaging as contradictory and unclear.
  • A key sticking point remains Iran's insistence on its right to uranium enrichment for peaceful purposes, which the U.S. demands must cease entirely.
  • The International Atomic Energy Agency recently reported Iran's stockpile of 60% enriched uranium has grown significantly, nearing weapons-grade levels.
  • Both sides continue indirect, Oman-mediated negotiations, with Tehran pledging to persist in talks despite U.S. threats of military action if no agreement is reached.