Iran Supreme Leader Doubts Success of US Nuclear Talks

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei expressed skepticism about the success of ongoing nuclear negotiations with the United States, stating that he does not expect the current indirect talks to yield results. He referenced previous indirect negotiations during former President Ebrahim Raisi's term, which also failed to produce an agreement. Khamenei praised Raisi's firm stance against direct talks with the U.S., emphasizing that Iran resisted pressure to engage directly. Despite the doubts, Iran is reviewing a proposal to hold a fifth round of nuclear talks, possibly in Rome. These comments underscore the persistent challenges in diplomatic efforts to resolve tensions over Iran's nuclear program. Khamenei's remarks were made during a memorial ceremony for the late President Raisi and others who died in a helicopter crash.