Iran: Timing for Next U.S. Nuclear Talks Yet to Be Decided
Ali Larijani, head of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, told state-owned media that recent discussions with the US proved "relatively good" and indicated American officials show genuine interest in progressing toward a viable resolution.
However, he cautioned against premature assessments based on initial exchanges, stating: "One cannot judge the negotiations from one round alone, and we must follow their continuation,"
During a Tuesday interview with Omani news agency in Muscat, Larijani revealed that American negotiators agreed to restrict ongoing talks exclusively to nuclear matters, excluding additional topics.
He emphasized that success hinges on maintaining narrow parameters: "If the Americans' concern is that Iran should not move toward acquiring a nuclear weapon, this is something that can be resolved. But introducing issues beyond that into the negotiations will complicate the path,"
Larijani credited Washington with adopting a more pragmatic stance, noting: "Previously, they linked military and missile issues to the nuclear file. Now they are speaking only about the nuclear file, which is a rational approach. Military issues have no relation to the nuclear file."
The Iranian official warned the US against allowing Israel to dictate negotiation terms, arguing such interference would ultimately undermine American strategic interests.
His comments preceded a Wednesday evening White House meeting between Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and US President Donald Trump, confirmed by Israeli media.
Before departing Tel Aviv, Netanyahu stated he would address "Gaza, the region, and first and foremost the negotiations with Iran" during his visit, scheduled through Thursday.
Friday's indirect US-Iran negotiations in Muscat occurred amid heightened regional tensions and reported American military reinforcements. Trump later announced additional talks would happen "early" next week without providing specifics.
Tehran accuses the US administration and Israel of manufacturing justifications for military action and government overthrow, pledging retaliation against any strike—regardless of scope. Iranian authorities demand sanctions relief accompany any nuclear program constraints.
Uranium enrichment remains the primary sticking point. Iran seeks comprehensive Western economic sanctions removal in exchange for nuclear activity limitations to prevent weapons development. The US, conversely, demands complete enrichment cessation and international transfer of Tehran's highly enriched uranium reserves.
Washington continues pushing to incorporate Iran's ballistic missile capabilities and regional proxy support into discussions, while Tehran consistently refuses negotiations beyond nuclear issues.
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