Mediators urge Iran to make nuclear concessions to revive US ceasefire talks
The Wall Street Journal reports mediators are pressuring Iran to compromise on its nuclear program to restart ceasefire talks with the US.
Mediators are urging Iran to make concessions on its nuclear program in order to restart ceasefire negotiations with the United States, according to reports by the Wall Street Journal. The talks are being pressured by mediators who are seeking Iran to appease US President Donald Trump, who considers the nuclear issue the most important.
Current prospects for de-escalation between the US and Iran remain limited, and Trump is skeptical about diplomacy with Iran, unwilling to return to the previous memorandum of understanding. Iran's leaders are confident in their ability to withstand a prolonged US blockade or further American airstrikes, according to Middle Eastern officials in contact with Tehran.
Earlier this year, Iran made concessions during negotiations with US Vice President J.D. Vance, but requested guarantees against potential Israeli attacks. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz within seven days, but US President Trump rejected the proposal, stating Iran seeks a rapid reopening due to significant losses.
Trump has also expressed doubts about reaching an agreement acceptable to Washington after the November midterm elections, with a potential resumption of strikes against Iran.
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