The United States is reportedly seeking Iran’s complete renunciation of any nuclear programme, including for peaceful or medicinal purposes, according to discussions on the ongoing negotiations.

Under Iran’s 10-point framework proposal, there was no reference to a full abandonment of nuclear ambitions. However, Washington is now said to be demanding that Tehran give up its right to any form of nuclear programme.

Iran has consistently maintained that, over recent years, its Supreme Leader has issued a decree ruling out the development of nuclear weapons. Iranian officials also say they had come close to reaching an understanding on this position during talks in Geneva and Oman before recent attacks disrupted progress.

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Observers note that deep mistrust continues to define the standoff, and efforts to bridge differences are being undermined by ultimatums and hardline statements, which may further complicate negotiations.

Iran is expected to respond to the latest US position and may publicly disclose the details of the proposal left on the table by Washington, amid ongoing uncertainty over its contents.

Meanwhile, some factions are believed to oppose ending the conflict, arguing they hold a strategic advantage after withstanding US and Israeli strikes over the past six weeks. They have also reportedly been able to disrupt maritime activity in the Strait of Hormuz, a chokepoint considered vital to global energy supplies and the world economy.

While there is growing awareness of the broader risks, Iranian officials say the US continues to shift negotiating positions, further deepening mistrust between the two sides.

Source: Al Jazeera