- Iran has not received any new US proposal to resolve nuclear disputes, according to a senior official.
- Tehran insists it will only ship high-enriched uranium abroad if US sanctions are lifted "verifiably and effectively."
- Talks remain stalled over core disagreements, including Iran’s uranium enrichment rights and US demands for zero enrichment.
Diplomatic Stalemate Continues
A senior Iranian official told Reuters that Tehran has not received any fresh US proposal to bridge gaps in the long-stalled nuclear negotiations. The official reiterated Iran’s stance that it would only agree to ship out high-enriched uranium if Washington provides verifiable and effective sanctions relief—a condition the US has so far resisted without prior concessions on uranium enrichment.
While US officials claim a proposal outlining parameters for a civilian nuclear program was shared during recent indirect talks in Oman, Iranian negotiators continue to reject demands for dismantling enrichment facilities and accepting zero enrichment. The fourth round of talks ended without progress, and no fifth round has been scheduled, signaling a deepening impasse.
Core Disputes Remain Unresolved
The US insists Iran must abandon all uranium enrichment capabilities, a stance hardened since the Trump administration’s withdrawal from the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA). In contrast, Iran maintains it will not forfeit enrichment entirely but is open to JCPOA-level restrictions if sanctions are fully lifted.
Oman remains a key mediator, but regional tensions—including recent clashes between Israel and Iran—further complicate diplomacy. Analysts warn that without a breakthrough, the risk of escalation, including renewed sanctions or military confrontation, could rise. Meanwhile, Iran’s economy continues to suffer under existing sanctions, fueling domestic debates over the costs of nuclear sovereignty versus potential relief.