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U.S. and Iran Prepare for Key Nuclear Talks as Tensions Escalate

Third round of indirect negotiations set for this weekend, with Iran fortifying nuclear sites and IAEA seeking transparency.

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U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio looks on upon his arrival at the Quai d'Orsay, France's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, before a bilateral meeting with his French counterpart in Paris, France April 17, 2025. JULIEN DE ROSA/Pool via REUTERS/File Photo
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi attends a press conference following a meeting with Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov in Moscow, Russia, April 18, 2025. Tatyana Makeyeva/Pool via REUTERS/File Photo
Image posted by Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on X in warning over threat to disrupt nuclear talks with the U.S.

Overview

  • The U.S. and Iran are set to hold a third round of indirect nuclear negotiations in Oman this weekend, with both sides expressing cautious optimism about progress.
  • Iran is reinforcing underground nuclear facilities near Natanz, raising concerns about potential stockpiling of enriched uranium and advanced centrifuges.
  • IAEA Director-General Rafael Grossi has called on Iran to clarify the purpose of newly built tunnels but remains hopeful that any agreement will include verifiable measures.
  • The Trump administration faces internal divisions over whether to demand the complete dismantlement of Iran's nuclear program or allow limited, monitored enrichment.
  • Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu continues to push for a zero-enrichment deal, while Iran warns against sabotage efforts and maintains its right to peaceful nuclear technology.