Trump proposes nuclear talks with Iran
U.S. President Donald Trump has sent a letter to Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, proposing negotiations on Iran's nuclear program. Trump emphasized a preference for a peaceful resolution but warned that military action could ensue if talks fail. The United Nations has welcomed this diplomatic initiative.
This letter marks the first significant communication between the U.S. and Iran since Trump's inauguration in January. Despite Iranian diplomats' claims of not receiving the letter, discussions continue, with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi rejecting direct negotiations under Trump's "maximum pressure" policy.
Trump's administration has reinstated stringent sanctions aimed at crippling Iran's economy and oil industry. However, Iran's Supreme Leader has ruled out negotiations. Trump maintains he does not seek to overthrow the Iranian government but aims to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.
The urgency of Trump's diplomatic efforts is underscored by Israel's hints at potential preemptive strikes on Iran's nuclear sites. Trump has directly addressed Khamenei, conveying that the U.S. will not allow Iran to develop nuclear weapons. He warned that decisive developments are imminent, emphasizing the need for swift action.
These developments occur against the backdrop of Trump's previous withdrawal from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) in May 2018, a decision that has significantly influenced current U.S.-Iran relations.
Trump's letter to Khamenei initiates a critical phase in U.S.-Iran relations, balancing between diplomatic negotiations and the looming threat of military action over Iran's nuclear ambitions.
