Iran’s atomic chief indicated that the country might dilute its highly enriched uranium if all financial sanctions are lifted. This statement came after U. S. and Iranian diplomats held talks in Oman, facilitated by Omani mediators, aimed at reviving diplomacy following heightened tensions due to U. S. military presence in the region. The discussions followed a period of intense unrest in Iran, where significant protests led to numerous casualties.
The U. S. has demanded that Iran relinquish its stockpile of uranium enriched up to 60%, which is close to weapons-grade levels. Iran’s Atomic Energy Organisation head, Mohammad Eslami, stated that the possibility of diluting the uranium depends on the lifting of sanctions. However, he noted that discussions about sending enriched uranium to another country had not occurred.
Ali Larijani, an advisor to Iran’s Supreme Leader, is set to visit Oman to discuss regional developments following the recent talks. Irans President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized the importance of a fair outcome in future negotiations, advocating for the lifting of sanctions and respect for Iran’s nuclear rights.
While the U. S. aims to include discussions on Iran’s ballistic missiles in future talks, Tehran has rejected this. Supreme Leader Khamenei has called for public participation in the upcoming anniversary of the Islamic Revolution, suggesting this would demonstrate unity against external threats. The timeline for the next round of negotiations remains unclear.
With information from Reuters
