Iran Sets Conditions for Talks with the US

Iran has once again taken a firm stance on its nuclear programme, declaring that it will not transfer any of its enriched uranium to another country. Iranian officials have described the material as a national asset belonging to the Iranian people and insisted that it will remain within the country. The statement comes amid ongoing tensions between Tehran and Washington and efforts to explore a possible peace agreement. According to reports, Pakistan’s army chief, Asim Munir, visited Tehran on Tuesday as part of diplomatic efforts to mediate between the United States and Iran. During his visit, he reportedly held meetings with senior Iranian officials, including representatives involved in national security discussions. Iran’s position on enriched uranium remains a key issue in any potential negotiations.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has also adopted a firm position on negotiations with the United States, saying that talks cannot take place under threats or military pressure. Tehran has called on Washington to lift sanctions imposed on Iran and stop military threats before meaningful negotiations can proceed. Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has also insisted that the United States must meet Iran’s stated conditions. These demands reflect Tehran’s position that diplomatic engagement must be accompanied by concrete steps to address its security and economic concerns.

Iran is reportedly pressing for several measures, including a ceasefire across West Asia, the release of Iranian assets frozen abroad and the removal of sanctions targeting its oil sector. The future of US-Iran relations will depend in part on whether both sides can find common ground on these issues, particularly Iran’s nuclear programme and economic restrictions. Pakistan’s mediation efforts may provide an additional diplomatic channel, but significant differences remain. For now, Iran has made clear that it is unwilling to compromise on its enriched uranium and wants its conditions addressed before moving forward with peace talks.