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Khamenei to Trump:

'Who are you to tell us we can't have a nuclear program?'

Iran's Supreme Leader says accepting US proposal to end Iran's nuclear weapons program would violate the principle of Iranian independence, credits predecessor Khomeini for decline of US position in the world and rise of anti-Zionism.

'Who are you to tell us we can't have a nuclear program?'

Iran open to regional enrichment consortium on home soil

A senior Iranian official indicates Tehran's openness to a US proposal for a regional uranium enrichment consortium, contingent on its operation within Iran.

Iran open to regional enrichment consortium on home soil

Report:

US proposes deal allowing Iran to enrich uranium

Latest US proposal would allow Iran to enrich uranium to a low level for an undetermined but limited time in a shift away from the Trump Administration's previous position that Iran cannot be allowed to enrich uranium.

US proposes deal allowing Iran to enrich uranium

Report:

Iran will reject US proposal for new nuclear deal

Iranian diplomatic source states Iran will reject the Trump Administration's proposal that would see the regime end its uranium enrichment.

Iran will reject US proposal for new nuclear deal

Iran warns Europe:

'Sanctions will be met with retaliation'

Iran issues a stark warning to European powers, threatening retaliation if they exploit the latest UN report on its escalated uranium enrichment to reimpose sanctions.

'Sanctions will be met with retaliation'

Tehran claims:

'IAEA report - baseless accusations fueled by Israel'

Iran strongly objects to the IAEA's new nuclear report, calling it "politically motivated" and blames Israel for supplying "unreliable and misleading information" to the agency.

'IAEA report - baseless accusations fueled by Israel'

Herzog on Iran:

'Head of the snake must never possess nuclear weapon'

President Herzog reacts to the IAEA's report revealing Iran's accelerated uranium enrichment and non-compliance, urges the international community to "act now to stop Iran," stressing that allowing Iran to possess a nuclear weapon is unacceptable.

'Head of the snake must never possess nuclear weapon'

US presents nuclear proposal to Iran as uranium stockpile surges

Washington urges Iran to halt uranium enrichment in new regional energy proposal, as IAEA reports near-weapons-grade stockpile.

US presents nuclear proposal to Iran as uranium stockpile surges

Diplomatic showdown:

Western powers eye Iran nuke breach at UN watchdog

Western powers are poised to declare Iran in breach of non-proliferation obligations at the upcoming IAEA board meeting, a move anticipated to strain US-Iran talks and anger Tehran.

Western powers eye Iran nuke breach at UN watchdog

Trump:

'We're very close to an agreement on Gaza'

Trump announces a Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal is "very close", says he also believes a nuclear deal with Iran is imminent: "They don't want to be blown up".

'We're very close to an agreement on Gaza'

After UK's comment

Iranian FM threatens nuclear talks halt

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi threatens to end nuclear talks with European officials after UK Ambassador Peter Mandelson seemingly backed US calls for "zero enrichment" in Iran.

Iranian FM threatens nuclear talks halt

Is Trump buying the Iranian Deception?

Why an agreement between the U.S. and Iran may pose a greater danger than having no agreement at all. Opinion.

Is Trump buying the Iranian Deception?

Amid nuclear talks

Iran rules out uranium enrichment suspension

Iran rejects the idea that it will suspend its uranium enrichment, a core US demand in nuclear talks between the sides.

Iran rules out uranium enrichment suspension

'We had very good talks'

Trump hints at positive outcome in talks with Iran

Trump reports "very good talks" with Iran on nuclear issues, expressing optimism for "good news" and "serious progress."

Trump hints at positive outcome in talks with Iran

Iranian FM:

'Zero bombs = deal, zero enrichment = no deal'

Ahead of next round of nuclear talks with the US, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi again reiterates his country’s stance on nuclear enrichment.

'Zero bombs = deal, zero enrichment = no deal'

‘Limited progress’ reported after US-Iran nuclear talks

US and Iranian negotiators wrap up a fifth round of nuclear talks in Rome, with mediator Oman reporting "some but not conclusive progress."

‘Limited progress’ reported after US-Iran nuclear talks

Iran joins fifth round of nuclear talks 'to gauge US position'

Fifth round of US-Iran nuclear negotiations opens in Rome with Tehran signaling low expectations and Washington holding firm on enrichment ban.

Iran joins fifth round of nuclear talks 'to gauge US position'

Huckabee to Arutz Sheva:

'Iran won't have nukes, you don't get any clearer than that'

Ambassador Huckabee stresses in a special interview with Arutz Sheva that Iran won't get nuclear weapons, affirms Israel's right to self-defense.

'Iran won't have nukes, you don't get any clearer than that'

Report:

Israel prepares for swift Iran strike if US diplomacy fails

As US-Iran nuclear talks falter over enrichment, Israel is reportedly readying for a potential swift and sustained military campaign against Iranian nuclear facilities. Israeli intelligence now believes a deal is unlikely, prompting concerns about a closing operational window for a successful strike.

Israel prepares for swift Iran strike if US diplomacy fails

Iran, US to resume nuclear talks in Rome

Iran and the United States to hold their fifth round of nuclear talks in Rome this week, mediated by Oman. The discussions aim for a new agreement where sanctions relief would curb Iran's nuclear activities.

Iran, US to resume nuclear talks in Rome

Iran's Supreme Leader:

'Nuclear talks unlikely to yield any results'

Iran's Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei expresses profound doubt regarding the efficacy of nuclear talks with the United States, warns the US against "speaking nonsense."

'Nuclear talks unlikely to yield any results'

Report:

New US intel suggests Israel poised for Iran nuclear attack

New US intelligence cited by CNN indicates Israel is preparing to strike Iranian nuclear facilities, risking regional conflict and divergence with Trump's diplomatic efforts. Deep internal disagreements within the US government persist on the likelihood of such a strike.

New US intel suggests Israel poised for Iran nuclear attack

Iran rejects US demands to end uranium enrichment

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi declared that Iran would persist with its enrichment activities regardless of the outcome of the talks

Iran rejects US demands to end uranium enrichment

Tehran stands firm:

'Enrichment is non-negotiable'

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi declares that uranium enrichment will continue "with or without a deal," even as nuclear talks with the US progress.

'Enrichment is non-negotiable'

Iran:

'No US nuke deal proposal received, enrichment continues'

Iran's Foreign Minister denies receiving any US nuclear deal proposal, despite Trump's claims, reaffirms Iran's right to peaceful enrichment.

'No US nuke deal proposal received, enrichment continues'

Report:

Trump administration tables formal nuclear deal proposal to Iran

Axios reports White House envoy Steve Witkoff delivered an "elegant" and "very big" offer for a nuclear deal to Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who has taken it to Tehran for high-level consultations.

Trump administration tables formal nuclear deal proposal to Iran

US-Iran nuclear talks:

Tehran denies receiving written offer from US

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi refutes an Axios report claiming the US presented a written nuclear deal proposal during indirect talks in Muscat.

Tehran denies receiving written offer from US

Hardline on Iran:

Republicans insist on end to all enrichment

Congressional Republicans urge President Trump to eliminate all Iranian nuclear enrichment capacity, citing fears of another "buy time" deal.

Republicans insist on end to all enrichment

'We won't bow!'

Iran rejects Trump's call to end proxy wars for nuke deal

US President Trump demands Iran halt proxy funding and nuclear ambitions for a deal. Iranian President Pezeshkian defiantly states Iran "will not bow to any bully."

Iran rejects Trump's call to end proxy wars for nuke deal

Iran signals willingness to nuclear deal, cites conditions

Top Iranian advisor says Iran is ready to sign a nuclear deal with the US in exchange for the immediate lifting of all economic sanctions, but criticizes Trump’s dual approach of offering negotiations while threatening sanctions.

Iran signals willingness to nuclear deal, cites conditions

Iran hints at enrichment compromise

Iran’s Deputy FM says his country may accept temporary limits on uranium enrichment, though no technical details have been discussed yet.

Iran hints at enrichment compromise

Iran warns Europe:

'Snapback sanctions could lead to irreversible escalation'

Iran's Foreign Minister warns Britain, France, and Germany that using the UN snapback sanctions mechanism could lead to "irreversible" tensions and end Europe's role in the 2015 nuclear deal.

'Snapback sanctions could lead to irreversible escalation'

Ahead of nuclear talks

Iran: We will never surrender our nuclear rights

Iranian FM Abbas Araghchi declares that Tehran would never give up its nuclear rights if US talks aimed to restrict them. His remarks come on the eve of new nuclear negotiations in Oman.

Iran: We will never surrender our nuclear rights

Gallant warns:

'We'll lose the opportunity to eliminate Iran's nuclear program'

Former Defense Minister: “There is no goalkeeper at Iran's gate—this is the time to act”. On Gaza: “Hostages first, then Hamas”.

'We'll lose the opportunity to eliminate Iran's nuclear program'

Witkoff:

'Trump seeks to halt Iran’s nuclear enrichment program'

Steve Witkoff explains in interview with Breitbart News that Trump’s "peace through strength" approach values dialogue as the most effective tool for achieving lasting peace, especially in situations like Iran’s nuclear program.

'Trump seeks to halt Iran’s nuclear enrichment program'

Report:

Satellite images reveal secret Iranian nuclear site

New nuclear site reportedly protected from US bunker-buster bombs located in the Semnan province, Fox News reports.

Satellite images reveal secret Iranian nuclear site

Trump:

'Iran must blow up nukes peacefully—or face force'

President Trump warns Iran to dismantle its nuclear program voluntarily or face destruction, saying the regime must “blow them up nicely or blow them up viciously.”

'Iran must blow up nukes peacefully—or face force'

VP Vance:

Iran can keep its civil nuclear power

US Vice President JD Vance says Iran could maintain its civil nuclear program without weapons, but noted that no such country currently exists.

Iran can keep its civil nuclear power

Trump:

'There are only 21 living hostages remaining in Gaza'

President Trump tells reporters three hostages in Gaza have died, lowering the total number of living hostages to 21. Coordinator for Hostages and Missing Gal Hirsch clarifies: 59 hostages are being held by Hamas, 24 of them are listed as living hostages.

'There are only 21 living hostages remaining in Gaza'

Witkoff:

'Iran talks progressing, hostage deal a priority'

US Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff says nuclear talks with Iran are “moving in the right direction,” expresses hope for a breakthrough on a Gaza hostage deal ahead of President Trump’s regional visit.

'Iran talks progressing, hostage deal a priority'

Iranian FM to US:

'Avoid unrealistic positions in nuclear talks'

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says an agreement with the US is fully within reach provided it avoids "unrealistic and illogical positions".

'Avoid unrealistic positions in nuclear talks'

Trump on Iran:

'Total dismantlement is the only option'

President Donald Trump says Iran must fully dismantle its nuclear program, warning of global catastrophe if Tehran obtains a nuclear weapon.

'Total dismantlement is the only option'

Amid tensions

US-Iran nuclear talks delayed

A planned fourth round of US-Iran nuclear talks scheduled for Saturday postponed, with Iran citing US sanctions and approach as key factors.

US-Iran nuclear talks delayed

Morton Klein to Arutz Sheva:

'You don’t make deals with Iran — you destroy their facilities'

ZOA President Morton Klein warns that Iran will violate any nuclear deal, urging military action instead. He criticizes efforts to achieve peace through negotiation, citing historical failures, and stresses that Israel must act independently to protect itself.

'You don’t make deals with Iran — you destroy their facilities'

Dr. Dan Diker:

'Israel knows time is short for a strike on Iran'

Speaking to Arutz Sheva, Dr. Dan Diker warns that while Trump pursues an "economic diplomacy" strategy with Iran, Israel remains on edge, aware that the window to stop a nuclear-armed Tehran is closing fast.

'Israel knows time is short for a strike on Iran'

Trump optimistic on Iran deal: I think we're doing very well

President Trump voices hope for a US-Iran nuclear deal, saying talks are progressing well and a pact could happen soon.

Trump optimistic on Iran deal: I think we're doing very well

Further talks planned

US and Iran make progress in nuclear negotiations

American and Iranian negotiators complete a third round of nuclear talks in Muscat, described as "positive and productive."

US and Iran make progress in nuclear negotiations

Trump:

'I told Netanyahu to be good to Gaza'

President Trump says he urged Netanyahu to send aid to Gaza during their call this week. On the US-Iran talks, Trump says they are progressing well.

'I told Netanyahu to be good to Gaza'

Rubio:

'Iran can have civilian program if it gives up enrichment'

US Secretary of State stresses that Iran must cease uranium enrichment to reach a deal with Washington.

'Iran can have civilian program if it gives up enrichment'

Think tank:

Iran fortifying its nuclear sites amid talks with the US

Iran is reinforcing two heavily fortified tunnel systems near its Natanz nuclear facility, according to satellite imagery analyzed by a Washington-based think tank.

Iran fortifying its nuclear sites amid talks with the US

IAEA says Iran is open to restoring nuclear surveillance

IAEA to dispatch a technical team to Tehran to explore reinstating surveillance at Iranian nuclear sites, signaling cautious progress in nuclear oversight.

IAEA says Iran is open to restoring nuclear surveillance

Iran claims:

'Israel trying to undermine the nuclear talks with the US'

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman claims a coalition is forming to disrupt Iran's nuclear talks with the US and that Israel is behind the effort.

'Israel trying to undermine the nuclear talks with the US'

Amid nuclear talks

US slaps sanctions on Iranian LPG tycoon

US Treasury Department sanctions Seyed Asadoollah Emamjomeh and his network for orchestrating large-scale exports of Iranian LPG and crude oil, allegedly funding Iran’s nuclear ambitions and proxy groups.

US slaps sanctions on Iranian LPG tycoon

Iranian President:

'We’re ready for deal if national interests are respected'

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian expresses conditional readiness to reach a deal with the US in ongoing indirect talks, emphasizing the safeguarding of Iran’s national interests.

'We’re ready for deal if national interests are respected'

Iran asserts commitment to US talks, urges sanctions relief

Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi reaffirms Tehran's commitment to indirect talks with the US, calls for the removal of sanctions while defending Iran’s right to enrich uranium.

Iran asserts commitment to US talks, urges sanctions relief

Trump is wrong. Iran is becoming nuclear

Iran's nuclear program exhibits concerning parallels with those of North Korea, India, Pakistan, and Israel, marked by a history of deception, but radically differing from them in its alarming rhetoric of genocidal threats against Israel. The risks posed by a nuclear-armed Iran significantly outweigh those of other nations. Op-ed.

Trump is wrong. Iran is becoming nuclear

Tehran seeks assurances against US withdrawal from new deal

Iran signals readiness to accept partial limits on its nuclear program but insists on firm guarantees that Washington won't abandon any future agreement.

Tehran seeks assurances against US withdrawal from new deal

Report:

Iran presented multi-phase nuclear proposal in Oman talks with US

Iran International reports that Tehran laid out a three-phase plan to Washington during talks in Oman, proposing curbs on uranium enrichment in exchange for sanctions relief. The US welcomed the proposal, but skepticism remains over Iran's motives.

Iran presented multi-phase nuclear proposal in Oman talks with US

IAEA chief:

US-Iran talks are at a 'critical phase'

The UN’s atomic watchdog chief says during visit to Tehran that negotiations between Iran and the US over Tehran’s nuclear program are at a pivotal stage.

US-Iran talks are at a 'critical phase'

Report:

Trump shelved Israeli strike on Iran in favor of talks

The New York Times reports that President Trump postponed US support for an Israeli strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities, choosing to pursue negotiations with Tehran instead. Israeli plans for a May attack were halted following Trump’s decision to engage Iran in talks, the report says.

Trump shelved Israeli strike on Iran in favor of talks