Trump envoy backtracks on remarks about limiting Iran’s nuclear program
- U.S. Envoy Steve Witkoff stated that Iran must completely halt its uranium enrichment as part of any nuclear deal, clarifying earlier remarks suggesting low-level enrichment could continue.
- The International Atomic Energy Agency reported Iran holds approximately 274.8 kilograms of uranium enriched to 60 percent, close to weapons-grade levels.
- Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei acknowledged that the first round of talks was carried out well but noted uncertainty about the outcome.
- Iranian officials are open to providing verification that Iran will not pursue nuclear weapons as negotiations continue.
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Iran must end uranium enrichment to reach nuclear deal: US
U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff said Iran must eliminate all nuclear enrichment to reach a deal with the United States. Witkoff shared his remarks on X. In the past, international law permitted Iran to enrich uranium for civilian energy purposes below military enrichment levels. However, some experts alleged that the Middle Eastern nation sought to enrich uranium for military use in violation of such laws. The next round of discussions between …
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Witkoff clarifies US position on Iranian civilian nuclear program
Steve Witkoff issues clarification after he appeared to suggest in interview that Iran could keep its civilian nuclear program. By Lauren Marcus, World Israel News Staff White House special envoy Steve Witkoff clarified on Tuesday that Iran must end its nuclear program, one day after he made remarks which suggested the Islamic Republic would be allowed to continue its nuclear efforts if they were restricted to civilian purposes. On his official …
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