Washington and Tehran to hold more nuclear talks as protests reignite in Iran
The Guardian • • nation
Key Points:
- Iran and the US are set to hold another round of talks in Geneva this week, indicating Washington sees Tehran making serious proposals to reduce its highly enriched uranium stockpile and demonstrate it is not pursuing nuclear weapons.
- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi expressed hope for a swift diplomatic deal but warned that Iran reserves the right to defend itself if attacked by the US amid heightened military tensions in the region.
- Domestic unrest continues in Iran, with student protests and clashes with security forces occurring as universities reopen, while the government faces criticism for refusing UN-led investigations into previous deadly protests.
- The US administration, led by President Trump, is pressuring Iran to capitulate on its nuclear program, seeking a deal that allows peaceful uranium enrichment under strict international verification in
