Iran Questions US Sincerity Ahead of Possible Nuclear Talks
Tensions between Washington and Tehran remained high Thursday as Iran's foreign ministry declined to confirm President Donald Trump's claim that U.S.-Iran nuclear talks would take place next week. While Trump floated the possibility of a new deal during his NATO summit remarks, Iranian officials cast doubt on U.S. intentions, accusing the administration of mixed messages and eroded trust following recent military escalation.
What to Know:
Iran has not confirmed any upcoming talks with the U.S., despite Trump's public statements.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei said actions like greenlighting Israeli strikes contradict Washington's diplomacy.
Trump said this week that a deal with Iran is "not that necessary," insisting Iran's nuclear program was "destroyed."
Iran's parliament has fast-tracked a bill to suspend cooperation with the IAEA, the U.N. nuclear watchdog.
IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi has requested access to Iranian nuclear sites to reassess uranium stockpiles.
Trump's remarks capped a NATO summit where he claimed U.S. military action ended Iran's nuclear ambitions.
Iran maintains its nuclear program is peaceful and accuses the U.S. of undermining diplomacy.
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