US, Iran claim progress in Geneva nuclear talks
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- Badr Albusaidi said the Geneva talks achieved “significant progress” and that the parties would resume negotiations soon, with technical‑level discussions slated for next week in Vienna.
- Abbas Araghchi reported “good progress,” noting agreement on some issues but remaining differences, and said further talks would occur within a week.
- Steve Witkoff represented the United States alongside Jared Kushner, and IAEA head Rafael Grossi also joined the negotiations.
- Iran rejected U.S. demands to halt uranium enrichment completely and to ship its 400 kg stockpile abroad, insisting on its right to peaceful nuclear energy.
- Iran reportedly offered a concession allowing minimal enrichment after a three‑to‑five‑year suspension under international monitoring.
- Iran demanded the lifting of sanctions that have crippled its economy as a condition for any deal, while the United States has not issued an official response.
Why it matters: The progress eases pressure on President Trump to launch strikes, potentially averting further military escalation, while Iran’s demand for sanction relief could revive its strained economy; however, Iran’s refusal to curb enrichment and missile programs keeps the deal fragile and regional tensions high.
