Iran Seeks US Guarantees Before Resuming Nuclear Talks Amid Attacks

Iran has expressed willingness to resume nuclear talks with the U.S. but only under strict conditions that include firm guarantees against further military attacks on its nuclear facilities. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi emphasized that the recent U.S. and Israeli airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear sites have complicated diplomatic efforts and made negotiations more difficult. Iran demands that any resumption of talks must be based on mutual respect, accountability, and assurances that similar attacks will not happen again, and it also seeks compensation for damages caused by recent strikes. Despite the strikes, Iran continues enriching uranium to 60% purity under International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) oversight and insists its program remains peaceful, rejecting U.S. claims that it has been obliterated. Tehran also highlights that attacks on nuclear facilities under IAEA supervision threaten the global non-proliferation regime and international law. While Iran remains open to dialogue, it insists that the U.S. must change course and demonstrate responsibility before negotiations can proceed.