Trump Plans Direct Negotiations with Iran Amid Nuclear Concerns

A recent report from the Institute for Science and International Security highlights the escalating threat from Iran's nuclear program, indicating that Tehran's capabilities have significantly advanced since February 2024. As U.S.-Iran talks approach, Iranian officials have firmly rejected President Trump's new deal aimed at curbing their nuclear ambitions, labeling it unacceptable as it seeks to dismantle their missile program and regional influence. The Iranian regime claims its nuclear program is not aimed at weaponization, despite concerns that they could produce weapons-grade uranium within weeks. Trump's administration is under pressure to negotiate a stricter agreement than the one abandoned in 2018, but skepticism remains about the likelihood of success given the urgency of Iran's advancements. Meanwhile, tensions are heightened as Trump has threatened military action if negotiations fail, coinciding with significant military deployments in the region. The outcome of the upcoming indirect talks in Oman is uncertain, with Iran's leaders historically reluctant to engage in direct discussions with the U.S.