Trump says he's OK with Iran suspending nuke enrichment for 20 years if there's 'real' guarantee
Key Points:
- US President Donald Trump indicated a shift in stance by expressing willingness to accept a 20-year suspension of Iran's uranium enrichment if Tehran provides a "real" guarantee, moving away from his previous demand for a permanent halt.
- Trump criticized Iran for reneging on removing its underground stockpile of highly enriched uranium, claiming only the US and China have the technology to remove it, and emphasized that Iran must not be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons.
- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi expressed distrust towards the US and highlighted difficulties in negotiations, while stating Iran's readiness to maintain the ceasefire but also prepared to resume fighting if necessary.
- Talks mediated by Pakistan have stalled after both sides rejected each other's proposals, with key issues including Iran's nuclear ambitions and control over the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global shipping route.
- The recent BRICS foreign ministers' meeting ended without a joint statement due to differing views on the Middle East conflict, reflecting divisions within the bloc, particularly between Iran and the UAE.