US sends nuclear deal proposal to Iran
Summary
The United States has sent Iran a new proposal for a nuclear deal, as confirmed by both U.S. and Iranian officials. This follows a report from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) stating that Iran has increased its production of enriched uranium significantly, prompting concerns about potential nuclear weapons development.Key Facts
- The US sent Iran a proposal for a nuclear deal through President Trump's envoy, Steve Witkoff.
- Iran received the proposal via Oman's Foreign Minister during a visit to Tehran.
- Iran's enriched uranium stockpile now over 400kg, reaching 60% purity, close to weapons-grade levels.
- The IAEA report suggested that Iran produces uranium enough for about 10 nuclear weapons if further refined.
- The US, along with European countries, might push for Iran's violation of non-proliferation agreements.
- Iran claims its nuclear activities are peaceful and disputes the IAEA report as politically motivated.
- Past talks mediated by Oman since April have shown some progress but key differences remain.
- Trump seeks a new deal after withdrawing from the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) in 2018.
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