Over the weekend, the Iranian president reaffirmed Iran’s dedication to dialogue and its desire to maintain a peaceful nuclear program.

Speaking to navy officials in Bandar Abbas, the Iranian leader discussed ongoing negotiations with the United States regarding a potential agreement.

Pezeshkian stated, “We are not seeking conflict; we prefer negotiation and dialogue. However, we are not intimidated by threats and will not compromise our legitimate rights.”

Sources say that Pezeshkian is viewed as a more moderate and reform-minded leader compared to his predecessors, seeking improved relations with the West.

Although officials from both Washington and Tehran have voiced optimism, numerous technical aspects remain unresolved, including specifics about uranium enrichment and stockpile limits, even though The United States and Iran have concluded some discussions about Iran’s nuclear program.

Iran insists on continuing uranium enrichment for civilian and research applications, a stance challenged by the Trump administration’s call for a complete halt to enrichment. Currently, Iran enriches uranium up to 60% purity, significantly exceeding the limits set by the 2015 nuclear agreement, which President withdrew from in 2018.

Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi addressed the current situation over the weekend, noting that Iran has yet to receive a formal written proposal from the United States regarding any potential agreement.

Ataghchi posted on X, “Let me be clear: Iran will not relinquish its right to enrichment for peaceful purposes, a right also granted to all other signatories of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty.”

In an interview with , Trump discussed the ongoing discussions with Iran, suggesting potential trade opportunities if a deal is reached.

“Iran is interested in trading with us,” Trump told Bret Baier, “and I am open to that.”

Trump recently concluded a four-day tour of the Gulf, advocating for further normalization agreements and a deal with Iran. A U.S. agreement is anticipated to provide Iran with much-needed relief from sanctions.

“I’ve told Iran, if we reach an agreement,” Trump stated, “you will be very pleased.”

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