US-Iran Nuclear Talks Stall Amid Mutual Mistrust, Regional Tensions

Negotiations between Iran and the United States remain stalled, primarily due to Washington's insistence on zero uranium enrichment, which Iran views as an insurmountable barrier. Iranian officials, including Foreign Ministry Spokesman Esmail Baghaei and Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takhtravanchi, have criticized the US for disregarding diplomatic norms and maintaining a hostile stance by imposing sanctions while claiming to pursue diplomacy. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that reaching an agreement is possible if the US refrains from coercive tactics, a sentiment echoed by Qatar and Oman, who support Iran's rights and have facilitated the indirect talks. Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi emphasized Iran's commitment to the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty and expressed readiness to address international concerns transparently, aiming for a balanced agreement that respects Iran's nuclear rights and leads to the lifting of sanctions. Despite these diplomatic efforts and multiple rounds of indirect talks, entrenched positions on both sides continue to impede progress, raising concerns about regional stability. The situation remains closely watched by international stakeholders hopeful for a peaceful resolution.