Iran Rejects US Nuclear Proposal After Five Talks

Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has rejected a recent U.S. proposal that demanded Tehran abandon domestic uranium enrichment, calling it '100% against' Iran’s national interests and independence. The U.S. offer, delivered via Omani mediators, suggested a regional enrichment consortium and limits on Iran’s enrichment levels, but Iran insists enrichment is non-negotiable. Khamenei, while strongly rejecting the proposal, indicated willingness to negotiate for potential sanctions relief as Iran’s economy faces hardship. International watchdogs warn that Iran’s enrichment levels are now close to weapons-grade, heightening concerns in the U.S., Israel, and among their allies. The standoff follows five rounds of talks with no breakthrough, as both sides remain under pressure to prevent further escalation. The dispute continues to raise the risk of regional instability and further economic decline for Iran.