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Iran's Foreign Minister stressed the country's commitment to ongoing nuclear talks with the U.S., despite inconsistent messages from Washington. The next round of negotiations is set for Saturday in Rome.
Iran is gearing up for another round of talks with the U.S. regarding its nuclear program, scheduled for Saturday in Rome. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi conveyed the nation’s intention to engage "calmly and coolly," despite mixed signals from the Trump administration about their exact demands. While the U.S. has suggested moving towards a complete dismantling of Iran's nuclear capabilities, officials in Tehran view these shifting messages as “not helpful.” During earlier discussions, both Araghchi and U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff described the atmosphere as constructive, looking beyond public statements to understand the private stance of the U.S. Iranians reaffirmed their position on nuclear enrichment, stating it is nonnegotiable for peaceful energy purposes. The ongoing dialogue is vital as divisions in Trump's cabinet may complicate the U.S. strategy.
