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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

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'

Trump responds to report:

'I wouldn't say I waved off attack on Iran, I'm not in a rush'

President Trump addressed a report that he shelved an Israeli plan to attack Iranian nuclear facilities and stated that he prefers to attempt a diplomatic method first.

'I wouldn't say I waved off attack on Iran, I'm not in a rush'

Netanyahu does not deny that Trump nixed strike on Iran

The Prime Minister's office responded to a report that Israel was ready to strike Iran, but the US President stopped it and stated, 'As the Prime Minister declared more than once: Israel will not allow Iran to obtain nuclear weapons.'

Netanyahu does not deny that Trump nixed strike on Iran

US sanctions Iran’s oil sector, targets Chinese refinery

US imposes new sanctions on Iran’s oil industry, including a China-based teapot refinery, to intensify pressure on Tehran. The move is part of the Trump administration’s renewed “maximum pressure” strategy, aimed at halting Iran’s oil revenues and nuclear ambitions.

US sanctions Iran’s oil sector, targets Chinese refinery

Clarifies previous declaration

Witkoff demands total nuclear shutdown in Iran

Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff insists Iran must fully dismantle its nuclear program, contradicting earlier remarks indicating the US would allow low-level enrichment.

Witkoff demands total nuclear shutdown in Iran

Iran:

'Next round of talks with US will be held Saturday in Oman'

Iran's foreign ministry says the next round of talks between the United States and Iran over Tehran's nuclear program will be held in Oman on Saturday.

'Next round of talks with US will be held Saturday in Oman'

Trump on Iran talks:

'If we have to do something very harsh, we're going to do it'

The US President spoke about the talks between Iran and the US and claimed that Iran wants a deal but does not know how to get one 'because they were so used to dealing with stupid people in this country.'

'If we have to do something very harsh, we're going to do it'

Witkoff:

'US demands Iran end nuclear program, but compromise possible'

US envoy Steve Witkoff reveals Washington’s initial demand for Iran to dismantle its nuclear program ahead of critical talks, while signaling potential room for compromise.

'US demands Iran end nuclear program, but compromise possible'

White House Press Secretary:

'Iran must meet Trump’s demands or there will be all hell to pay'

Ahead of US and Iran talks in Oman, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt says Trump wants Iran to know that "all options are on the table" for preventing it from developing nuclear weapons.

'Iran must meet Trump’s demands or there will be all hell to pay'

Khamenei warned: Iran will be attacked and your regime will fall

During a meeting with Iranian officials, the Supreme Leader was warned that if he avoided negotiations with the Americans, it may lead to the end of his regime.

Khamenei warned: Iran will be attacked and your regime will fall

US and Iran trade warnings ahead of nuclear talks in Oman

The US and Iran exchange heated rhetoric ahead of high-stakes nuclear talks in Oman, with President Trump not ruling out military intervention and Tehran threatening to expel UN inspectors.

US and Iran trade warnings ahead of nuclear talks in Oman

Report:

Iran mulling interim nuclear deal with US

Axios reports Iran may seek an interim nuclear agreement with the US to buy time and reduce tensions with Washington.

Iran mulling interim nuclear deal with US

Iranian President insists:

'Iran has no intention of pursuing nuclear weapons'

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian reiterates Tehran’s disinterest in nuclear weapons and invites American investment, signaling a potential policy shift.

'Iran has no intention of pursuing nuclear weapons'

White House Press Secretary:

'There will be hell to pay if Iran doesn't make a deal'

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt says Trump’s sanctions have crippled Iran’s terror funding and warns of “grave consequences” if Tehran rejects diplomacy.

'There will be hell to pay if Iran doesn't make a deal'

US Energy Secretary:

'Iran faces harsher sanctions without nuclear deal progress'

US Energy Secretary Chris Wright warns of intensified sanctions on Iran if it fails to reach a nuclear agreement with the Trump administration.

'Iran faces harsher sanctions without nuclear deal progress'

Iranian officials:

'Trump’s proposed deal is unacceptable'

Iranian leaders dismiss US President Trump’s proposed nuclear agreement, calling his demands unacceptable and reiterating their refusal to engage in direct negotiations with Washington.

'Trump’s proposed deal is unacceptable'

Iranian Foreign Minister:

'If the US has the necessary will, an agreement can be reached'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi shed light on the upcoming talks between him and the US and made clear that he rejects the plan supported by Prime Minister Netanyahu.

'If the US has the necessary will, an agreement can be reached'

'Ball is in America's court'

Iranian FM confirms indirect Iran–US nuclear talks

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi stresses that the upcoming nuclear talks with the US in Oman will be indirect, contradicting President Trump's claim of a direct meeting.

Iranian FM confirms indirect Iran–US nuclear talks

Iran insists:

Upcoming talks with the US will be indirect

Iran dismisses President Trump’s claim of direct nuclear talks, calling it a psychological tactic. Iranian officials say the planned meeting in Oman will be indirect, with diplomats relaying messages. Iran may consider direct talks later if progress is made.

Upcoming talks with the US will be indirect

Iran: US can only dream of a nuclear deal like Libya

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi confirms that no direct negotiations have occurred between Tehran and Washington following US outreach, dismisses any possibility of a Libya-style nuclear agreement with the US.

Iran: US can only dream of a nuclear deal like Libya

Trump signals Iran may seek direct talks on nuclear deal

President Trump suggests Iran now wants direct nuclear talks with the US, despite previously rejecting his offer.

Trump signals Iran may seek direct talks on nuclear deal

US charges two Iranians over illicit drone supply chain

US Justice Department indicts two Iranian businessmen for allegedly procuring American-made components to aid Iran’s military drone program. The suspects, who remain at large, are accused of supplying materials to the IRGC in violation of US sanctions.

US charges two Iranians over illicit drone supply chain

Amid rising tensions with Iran

US deploys B-2 bombers and carrier strike groups

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth orders deployment of additional warplanes in the Middle East as tensions with Iran and the Houthis escalate.

US deploys B-2 bombers and carrier strike groups

Iran complains to UN:

'Trump's threats are reckless and belligerent'

Iran complains to UN Security Council after Trump threatened the Islamic Republic with bombings and tariffs if it doesn't agree to a nuclear deal.

'Trump's threats are reckless and belligerent'

Khamenei's advisor:

'If bombed, Iran will be forced to develop nuclear weapons'

Ali Larijani, an advisor to Iran’s Supreme Leader, warns that Iran could be forced to develop nuclear weapons if attacked by the US or Israel, despite a religious edict banning them.

'If bombed, Iran will be forced to develop nuclear weapons'

Trump warns:

Tariffs on Iran will be imposed 'in weeks' if no deal reached

US President says he would consider imposing secondary tariffs on Iran should the Islamic Republic fail to agree to a deal on its nuclear program. "I can't imagine them doing anything else but making a deal. The alternative is not going to be pretty, and I do not prefer that."

Tariffs on Iran will be imposed 'in weeks' if no deal reached

Iran warns US:

'Our missiles are poised for launch'

After Trump threatens Iran with "bombings" if it doesn't agree to a nuclear deal, state-controlled Iranian newspaper Tehran Times posts on X that Iran's missiles are loaded onto launchers and are ready for launch.

'Our missiles are poised for launch'

Amit Segal wonders:

Is Trump serious about his threats against Iran?

Israeli political pundit explains that while Trump's threats are usually just means of pressure, this time it is different.

Is Trump serious about his threats against Iran?

Trump threats Iran:

'There will be bombing like they have never seen before'

The US President threatened severe consequences if Iran refuses a nuclear deal.

'There will be bombing like they have never seen before'

Iran officially rejects direct talks with US

Tehran responds to Trump’s outreach with firm rejection, citing lack of trust and unfulfilled promises.

Iran officially rejects direct talks with US

Trump warns:

'Bad things' will happen to Iran without a deal

US President says his preference is to work out a deal with Iran on its nuclear program, "but if we don't work it out, bad, bad things are going to happen to Iran".

'Bad things' will happen to Iran without a deal

Via Oman:

Iran sends response to Trump on nuclear talks

Iranian Foreign Minister says his country sent a response via Oman to Trump's letter calling for new nuclear deal: Our policy is still to not engage in direct negotiations, but indirect negotiations can continue.

Iran sends response to Trump on nuclear talks

Robert Levinson disappearance

US sanctions three Iranian intelligence officers

US sanctions three Iranian intelligence officers for their alleged involvement in the disappearance of former FBI Special Agent Robert Levinson, who is believed to have died while in Iranian custody.

US sanctions three Iranian intelligence officers

No direct negotiations

Iran open to indirect talks with US

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says door is open for indirect negotiations with the US, but stresses "there is no chance for direct talks until there is a change in the other side's approach."

Iran open to indirect talks with US

US National Security Adviser:

'Iran has to give up its nuclear program'

White House National Security Adviser Mike Waltz says the Trump administration seeks the "full dismantlement" of Iran’s nuclear capabilities.

'Iran has to give up its nuclear program'

Iran rejects nuclear talks with US amid continued pressure

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi clarifies that negotiations with the United States are not possible unless Washington changes its approach.

Iran rejects nuclear talks with US amid continued pressure

Iran:

'We're carefully assessing Trump's letter'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says his country is assessing letter from Trump which urged Tehran to engage in negotiations for a new nuclear agreement: There is an opportunity behind every menace.

'We're carefully assessing Trump's letter'

Iran slams US over ‘reckless’ threats

Iran writes to UN Security Council, condemns statements from Trump who said Iran will be held accountable for any attacks by the Houthis.

Iran slams US over ‘reckless’ threats

US strikes on Houthis:

Iran threatens 'decisive' response

IRGC commander Hossein Salami issues warning to the US following its strikes targeting Yemen’s Houthi rebels: Iran will not wage war, but if anyone threatens, it will give appropriate, decisive and conclusive responses.

Iran threatens 'decisive' response

Maximum pressure

US imposes sanctions on Iranian Minister, shipping vessels

US Treasury Department announces sanctions on Iranian Petroleum Minister Mohsen Paknejad, as well as on three entities involved in the Iranian oil trade in China.

US imposes sanctions on Iranian Minister, shipping vessels

Iran’s President to Trump:

'No negotiations, do whatever the hell you want'

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says his country will not negotiate with the United States under pressure, delivers a blunt message to Trump: Do whatever the hell you want.

'No negotiations, do whatever the hell you want'

Iran open to talks on nukes - but only on militarization

Iran signals it may be open to negotiations with the United States, but not if discussions deal with dismantlement of its nuclear program.

Iran open to talks on nukes - but only on militarization

Qatar warns of catastrophe if Iran's nuclear sites are attacked

Qatar's Prime Minister, Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani: An attack on Iran’s nuclear facilities would leave the Gulf with no water, no fish, nothing.

Qatar warns of catastrophe if Iran's nuclear sites are attacked

White House to Khamenei

'We hope Iran puts its people and best interests ahead of terror'

White House responds to Iran’s Supreme Leader who rejected Trump’s call for negotiations on the country’s nuclear program.

'We hope Iran puts its people and best interests ahead of terror'

Trump:

'Something's going to happen with Iran very soon'

After revealing he had sent a letter to Iran's Supreme Leader, US President says something related to Iran is “going to happen very soon”.

'Something's going to happen with Iran very soon'

US Treasury Secretary:

‘Making Iran broke again at heart of US sanctions strategy’

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent vows that the US will shut down Iran’s oil sector and drone manufacturing capabilities.

‘Making Iran broke again at heart of US sanctions strategy’

US sanctions Chinese entities over Iranian drone procurement

US announces sanctions on six companies based in Hong Kong and China, accusing them of involvement in an Iranian drone procurement network.

US sanctions Chinese entities over Iranian drone procurement

As US intensifies sanctions

Iran rules out direct nuclear talks

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi rules out the possibility of direct negotiations with the United States regarding Iran’s nuclear program: We will not negotiate under pressure, threat or sanctions.

Iran rules out direct nuclear talks

US sanctions over 30 entities involved in Iran’s oil trade

New US sanctions target over 30 brokers, tanker operators, and shipping companies involved in the sale and transportation of Iranian petroleum.

US sanctions over 30 entities involved in Iran’s oil trade

Iran: US and Israel ‘cannot do a damn thing’ against us

Iran says US and Israeli threats against it are a blatant violation of international law: When it comes to a country like Iran, they cannot do a damn thing.

Iran: US and Israel ‘cannot do a damn thing’ against us

Mike Waltz:

Trump ‘dead serious’ about stopping Iran’s nuclear ambitions

US National Security Advisor states that “all options are on the table” to stop Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.

Trump ‘dead serious’ about stopping Iran’s nuclear ambitions

Report:

Saudi Arabia seeks to broker deal between Trump and Iran

CNN report: Saudi Arabia has expressed openness to mediating between the Trump administration and Iran in the efforts to negotiate a new agreement aimed at curbing Tehran’s nuclear program.

Saudi Arabia seeks to broker deal between Trump and Iran

'We won't bow to pressure'

Iranian President criticizes US dual approach

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian criticizes US policy towards Tehran, after Trump says he's interested in a deal with Iran.

Iranian President criticizes US dual approach

'Reckless and inflammatory'

Iran protests Trump’s ‘bombs or deal’ comment

Iran’s UN mission criticizes Trump's comments suggesting that preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons could be achieved either through negotiations or military action.

Iran protests Trump’s ‘bombs or deal’ comment

Trump:

'Iran is scared, and a deal is the best option'

Trump reiterates his position that he would rather reach a deal with Iran on its nuclear program than have Israel attack Iran’s nuclear facilities: I think they're scared. I think Iran would love to make a deal.

'Iran is scared, and a deal is the best option'

Trump:

'I would like a deal done with Iran'

US President tells The New York Post he would rather reach a deal with Iran over its nuclear program than "bomb the hell out of it".

'I would like a deal done with Iran'

Iran:

'We're open to talks with US but not under Trump's policy'

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi says Iran is open to negotiations with the United States but not under Trump’s “maximum pressure” strategy, claims doing so would "not be a negotiation but a form of surrender."

'We're open to talks with US but not under Trump's policy'