Iran, US Reach Greater Understanding in Fifth Rome Nuclear Talks

Recent rounds of nuclear negotiations between the U.S. and Iran, including a fifth round held in Rome, have shown constructive progress but have yet to reach a conclusive agreement. Iranian officials emphasize that uranium enrichment, essential for their peaceful nuclear energy program, remains non-negotiable, though they are open to compromises to ensure the program is not weaponized. U.S. negotiators appear to acknowledge Iran's right to peaceful nuclear energy, moving away from earlier demands for complete cessation of uranium enrichment. Mediated by Oman, the talks are viewed by both sides as professional and constructive, with Iran expecting further progress in upcoming rounds. Iran has also called on international bodies such as the UN Security Council and the IAEA to protect its nuclear facilities amid Israeli threats, warning that any Israeli attack would implicate the U.S. Iran's position is that guarantees against nuclear weapons development must be ensured for the future. European diplomats note that while all parties find the talks constructive, significant disagreements remain, particularly regarding the assurance that Iran is not developing atomic weapons.