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U.S. and Iran Hold Second Round of Indirect Nuclear Talks in Rome

Negotiations, mediated by Oman, aim to address uranium enrichment and sanctions relief as tensions persist over nuclear breakout risks.

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Le ministre iranien des Affaires étrangères et négociateur en chef sur le nucléaire, Abbas Araqchi, lors d'une conférence de presse à Moscou, le 18 avril 2025. 
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Overview

  • The second session of indirect U.S.-Iran nuclear negotiations is taking place in Rome, led by Abbas Araghchi and Steve Witkoff, under Omani mediation.
  • Talks seek progress toward a new agreement to limit Iran's nuclear program in exchange for easing U.S. sanctions, following the collapse of the 2015 JCPOA.
  • Iran continues to enrich uranium up to 60%, exceeding the 2015 deal's 3.67% limit, raising international concerns over potential weaponization.
  • The U.S. maintains its 'maximum pressure' strategy under President Trump, including sanctions and military threats, while Iran holds firm on enrichment rights and sanctions relief as negotiation boundaries.
  • The IAEA warns Iran is nearing weapons-grade capability, while Israel reiterates its determination to prevent Iranian nuclear armament, citing a prepared 'plan of action.'