Iran dangles investment proposals as off-ramp from Trump's gunboat diplomacy
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Key Points:
- Indirect talks between the U.S. and Iran, mediated by Oman, have produced unique proposals on Iran's nuclear enrichment and potential economic benefits, including Iran's interest in purchasing American aircraft and joint investment opportunities.
- U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff has been advised to separate Iran's nuclear program from other contentious issues like ballistic missiles and militia support, though Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and Secretary of State Marco Rubio insist any deal must address these broader security concerns.
- President Trump has set a firm red line against Iran acquiring nuclear weapons but remains flexible on other demands, preferring diplomacy over military strikes and aiming for a decision within 10-15 days, ahead of his State of the Union address.
- U.S. and Israeli officials have discussed
