Trump vows additional economic sanctions on Iranian regime
5 years ago

Trump vows additional economic sanctions on Iranian regime

India TV News  

Taking a tough stand against Iranian missile strikes on US bases in Iraq, US President Donald Trump on Wednesday said his administration will immediately impose new economic sanctions on Iran. Speaking at a nationally televised address from the White House, Trump late on Wednesday said, “As we continue to evaluate options in response to Iranian aggression, the United States will immediately impose additional punishing economic sanctions on the Iranian regime." The administration, however, retains broad authority to expand existing US sanctions on Iran’s financial, energy, shipping and military sectors and it can also target individual Iranian officials and their families with penalties, including asset freezes and travel bans. Many non-kinetic options available to ratchet up pressure toward 10/10.” Goldberg said one option would be for the U.S. to demand the snapback of all United Nations sanctions that were eased under the terms of the nuclear deal.

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US sanctions Russia and Iran over accusations of election interference
1 week, 2 days ago

US sanctions Russia and Iran over accusations of election interference

Al Jazeera  

The US says affiliates of the Iranian and Russian governments worked to sow division during the 2024 elections. In a statement on Tuesday, the US Department of the Treasury said an affiliate of Russia’s military intelligence agency and a subsidiary of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps had worked to stoke domestic tensions. “The Governments of Iran and Russia have targeted …

How the Biden administration botched America’s sanctions against Iran
3 weeks ago

How the Biden administration botched America’s sanctions against Iran

Live Mint  

A fortnight ago Iran aimed more than 180 ballistic missiles at Israel. In 2018, under Donald Trump, America unwisely withdrew from an agreement to stall Iran’s nuclear programme and then imposed its harshest sanctions ever, in an attempt to punish the regime and stop it funding proxies and terrorists abroad. America banned its citizens from trading with Iran or handling …

Trump’s National Security Pick Vows Return to Maximum Pressure on Iran
4 weeks ago

Trump’s National Security Pick Vows Return to Maximum Pressure on Iran

Live Mint  

Donald Trump’s pick for national security adviser vowed a return to the maximum pressure campaign that defined Iran policy in the president-elect’s first term, even as leaders in Tehran signal they want to reduce tension. “You’re going to see a huge shift on Iran,” after Trump takes office Jan. 20, Mike Waltz said in a Fox News interview Wednesday. We …

US Considers New Russia Oil Sanctions to Weaken Putin Ahead of Trump
4 weeks, 1 day ago

US Considers New Russia Oil Sanctions to Weaken Putin Ahead of Trump

Deccan Chronicle  

The Biden administration is weighing new, harsher sanctions against Russia’s lucrative oil trade, seeking to tighten the squeeze on the Kremlin’s war machine just weeks before Donald Trump returns to the White House.Details of the possible new measures were still being worked out, but President Joe Biden’s team was considering restrictions that might target some Russian oil exports, according to …

Under Trump's shadow, Iran-Europe nuclear talks to be test of diplomacy
1 month, 1 week ago

Under Trump's shadow, Iran-Europe nuclear talks to be test of diplomacy

Firstpost  

Ahead of US President-elect Donald Trump’s return to White House in January, European and Iranian diplomats are exploring whether they can have serious talks over the Islamic Republic’s nuclear programme Rewriting the rules of engagement is challenging, but undoubtedly both Iran and Israel have made a symbolic statement and managed the escalation cycle wherein they have played to the gallery …

UN nuclear agency’s board condemns Iran for the 2nd time this year for failing to fully cooperate
1 month, 2 weeks ago

UN nuclear agency’s board condemns Iran for the 2nd time this year for failing to fully cooperate

Associated Press  

VIENNA — The U.N. nuclear watchdog’s board on Thursday condemned Iran for failing to cooperate fully with the agency, the second time it has done so in just five months. The resolution approved on Thursday requires the IAEA to now produce a “comprehensive and updated assessment” of Iran’s nuclear activities, which could eventually trigger a referral to the U.N. Security …

When Trump is back as president, will Iran's oil market and Chinese connection suffer?
2 months ago

When Trump is back as president, will Iran's oil market and Chinese connection suffer?

Firstpost  

Former President Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House could tighten US sanctions on Iran, potentially boosting oil prices, but also risking geopolitical tensions with China and Russia, with mixed impacts on global oil markets Former President Donald Trump’s return to the White House could mean tougher enforcement of US oil sanctions against Iran, potentially trimming global supplies, but …

Iran's president urges U.S. to begin new era of relations with Tehran
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Iran's president urges U.S. to begin new era of relations with Tehran

The Hindu  

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian urged the U.S. to begin a new era in its relations with Iran. While criticising the U.S. military presence in Iran’s neighbourhood, the U.S. sanctions against Iran, and the killing of Iranian top General Qassem Soleimani in 2020, Mr. Pezeshkian said during his speech at the U.N. General Assembly, “We can go beyond these limits and …

Iran Hopes For Nuclear Agreement, President Says
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Iran Hopes For Nuclear Agreement, President Says

Huff Post  

LOADING ERROR LOADING UNITED NATIONS — Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Monday emphasized his openness to a new international agreement over his country’s nuclear program — a subject that has fueled global tensions for years, risking potentially catastrophic warfare between Iran and the U.S. Pezeshkian slammed Washington for supporting Israel’s ongoing military offensive in Gaza and attacks elsewhere in the …

US imposes new sanctions on Iran’s main airline over Tehran supplying missiles to Russia
3 months, 4 weeks ago

US imposes new sanctions on Iran’s main airline over Tehran supplying missiles to Russia

CNN  

CNN — The United States imposed new sanctions on Iran’s main airline as three key European allies announced they will move to do the same in response to Tehran’s transfer of ballistic missiles to Russia for its war in Ukraine. Secretary of State Antony Blinken previewed the move to impose sanctions on Iran Air earlier Tuesday calling Iran’s supply of …

Iran’s new president is sworn in and pledges to keep trying to remove Western sanctions
5 months, 1 week ago

Iran’s new president is sworn in and pledges to keep trying to remove Western sanctions

Associated Press  

TEHRAN, Iran — Iran swore in the country’s new president on Tuesday, with the reformist politician and heart surgeon Masoud Pezeshkian pledging that his administration will keep trying to remove economic sanctions imposed by the West over Tehran’s controversial nuclear program. “I am optimistic about the future.” Iran’s supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, on Sunday officially endorsed Pezeshkian, urging him …

Will Iran’s foreign policy change under a new president?
6 months, 1 week ago

Will Iran’s foreign policy change under a new president?

Al Jazeera  

The two candidates offer different approches, but whoever wins won’t be the sole decision-maker in Iran’s system. He had the backing of reformists like former Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, whose involvement likely indicates Pezeshkian will pursue a key reformist foreign policy goal: renegotiating a nuclear deal to alleviate sanctions on Iran’s economy and ease tensions with the West. “There …

US warns Pakistan of doing ‘trade’ with Iran amid President Raisi’s visit: ‘Potential risk of sanctions if…’
8 months, 2 weeks ago

US warns Pakistan of doing ‘trade’ with Iran amid President Raisi’s visit: ‘Potential risk of sanctions if…’

Live Mint  

The United States on Tuesday warned Pakistan of ‘potential risk of sanctions’ for considering business deals with Iran amid President Ebrahim Raisi's three-day visit to the Islamic nation. “We're going to continue to disrupt and take actions against proliferation networks and concerning weapons of mass destruction procurement activities wherever they may occur,” US State Department Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel …

US imposes new sanctions on Iran after attack on Israel
8 months, 3 weeks ago

US imposes new sanctions on Iran after attack on Israel

Al Jazeera  

Sanctions against Iran’s missile and drone programmes come as fears mount over the possibility of greater regional escalation. In a statement on Thursday, Biden said the sanctions targeted “leaders and entities connected to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, Iran’s Defense Ministry, and the Iranian government’s missile and drone program that enabled” the April 13 attack on Israel. “And our allies …

US To Sanction Iran’s Missile, Drone Programme, Urges Allies For United Response
8 months, 3 weeks ago

US To Sanction Iran’s Missile, Drone Programme, Urges Allies For United Response

News 18  

The United States said Tuesday it would soon impose new sanctions on Iran’s missile and drone program after its weekend attack on Israel, and that it expects its allies and partners to follow with parallel measures. “In the coming days, the United States will impose new sanctions targeting Iran, including its missile and drone program” as well as the Revolutionary …

U.S. to impose fresh Iran sanctions after attack on Israel, expects allies to follow: White House
8 months, 3 weeks ago

U.S. to impose fresh Iran sanctions after attack on Israel, expects allies to follow: White House

The Hindu  

The United States said on April 16 it would soon impose new sanctions on Iran's missile and drone program after its weekend attack on Israel, and that it expects its allies and partners to follow with parallel measures. U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan's announcement came after Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen indicated punitive measures were in the works, and European …

Yellen says Iran’s actions could cause global economic spillovers as White House vows new sanctions
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Yellen says Iran’s actions could cause global economic spillovers as White House vows new sanctions

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warned Tuesday of potential global economic damage from rising tensions in the Middle East as the Biden administration said it was readying new sanctions in response to Iran’s malevolent activity in the region. Yellen spoke out against Iran’s “malign and destabilizing activity” in remarks ahead of this week’s spring meetings of the International Monetary …

US promises new sanctions on Iran for its support of Russia’s war in Ukraine, potential missile sale
10 months, 2 weeks ago

US promises new sanctions on Iran for its support of Russia’s war in Ukraine, potential missile sale

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The White House is promising to unveil new sanctions on Iran in the coming days in retaliation for its arms sales that have bolstered Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and threatening a “swift” and “severe” response if Tehran moves forward with selling ballistic missiles to Moscow. National Security Council spokesman John Kirby said Thursday that the U.S. will be …

US promises new sanctions on Iran for its support of Russia's war in Ukraine, potential missile sale
10 months, 2 weeks ago

US promises new sanctions on Iran for its support of Russia's war in Ukraine, potential missile sale

The Independent  

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US sanctions financial network tied to Iranian oil sales
1 year, 1 month ago

US sanctions financial network tied to Iranian oil sales

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The U.S. on Wednesday said it imposed a new round of sanctions on a group of 20 people and firms allegedly involved in a financial facilitation network for the benefit of the Iranian military. The U.S. alleges that Sepehr acts as a front company for the Iranian government’s oil sales, which “fund its destabilizing regional activities and support …

Florida lawmakers to return to Capitol to impose new sanctions on Iran
1 year, 2 months ago

Florida lawmakers to return to Capitol to impose new sanctions on Iran

Associated Press  

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida lawmakers will return for a special session to impose additional sanctions against Iran, express support for Israel and provide additional security to protect Jewish institutions in Florida, House and Senate leaders announced Friday. Ron DeSantis supports brining lawmakers back to the Capitol to address the issues rather than wait for the January start of the annual …

US imposes more Iran drone sanctions as UN rules set to expire
1 year, 2 months ago

US imposes more Iran drone sanctions as UN rules set to expire

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The U.S. on Wednesday imposed sanctions on a group of people and firms based in Iran, China, Hong Kong and Venezuela, tied to the development of Iran’s ballistic missile and drone programs. Brian Nelson, Treasury’s under secretary for terrorism and financial intelligence said Iran’s “reckless choice to continue its proliferation of destructive UAVs and other weapons prolongs numerous …

US refuses to rule out tougher sanctions on Iran following ‘barbaric’ Hamas attack on Israel
1 year, 2 months ago

US refuses to rule out tougher sanctions on Iran following ‘barbaric’ Hamas attack on Israel

The Telegraph  

Initial US intelligence reports suggest Iranian leaders were surprised by the attacks, Reuters reported citing sources familiar with the reports. Republicans have criticised the Biden administration for not taking a tougher stance against Iran, even linking the prisoner swap deal to financing of the Hamas attack. She told reporters on the sidelines of an International Monetary Fund event in Marrakech: …

Iran’s president says US should ease sanctions to demonstrate it wants to return to nuclear deal
1 year, 3 months ago

Iran’s president says US should ease sanctions to demonstrate it wants to return to nuclear deal

Associated Press  

UNITED NATIONS — Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi said Wednesday that relations with the United States can move forward if the Biden administration demonstrates it wants to return to the 2015 nuclear deal, and a first step should be easing sanctions. The Iranian leader added: “We have not left the table of negotiations.” Raisi said the American withdrawal from the 2015 …

US issues more sanctions over Iran drone program after nation’s president denies supplying Russia
1 year, 3 months ago

US issues more sanctions over Iran drone program after nation’s president denies supplying Russia

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The U.S. on Tuesday imposed sanctions on seven people and four companies in China, Russia and Turkey who officials allege are connected with the development of Iran’s drone program. The parties sanctioned Tuesday by Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control include: An Iranian drone company previously sanctioned in 2008, now doing business as Shahin Co., its managing executives, …

US announces new Iran sanctions as prisoner swap looms
1 year, 3 months ago

US announces new Iran sanctions as prisoner swap looms

Al Jazeera  

Washington targets Iranian officials and state-linked media outlets on first anniversary of Mahsa Amini’s death. “As we approach one year since Mahsa Amini’s tragic and senseless death in the custody of Iran’s so-called ‘Morality Police,’ we recall that the movement of men and women across Iran … was met with horrific violence,” US Treasury official Brian Nelson said in a …

The World Is Contemplating a Second Trump Administration
1 year, 4 months ago

The World Is Contemplating a Second Trump Administration

Live Mint  

The U.S. presidential election is more than a year away, but allies and adversaries around the world have already begun to contemplate—and even plan for—the return of Donald Trump to the White House. “There’s a strong possibility Trump might be re-elected,” said Benjamin Haddad, a French lawmaker from President Emmanuel Macron’s party. Macron was blindsided when a German-led coalition announced …

What It Means That the U.S. Has Been Talking to Iran About Its Nuclear Program Again
55 years ago

What It Means That the U.S. Has Been Talking to Iran About Its Nuclear Program Again

Slate  

American and Iranian diplomats are talking again about Tehran’s nuclear program and Washington’s economic sanctions, seeing if there might be some way to clamp down on the former and loosen the latter. In a little-noted speech back on May 4, National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan said that the Biden administration was “engaging Iran diplomatically regarding its nuclear program.” Just last …

Five years after Trump’s exit, no return to the Iran nuclear deal
1 year, 8 months ago

Five years after Trump’s exit, no return to the Iran nuclear deal

Al Jazeera  

Trump’s slew of sanctions and a changing political climate have contributed to JCPOA remaining in limbo. Tehran, Iran – Five years ago today, President Donald Trump held up a signed executive order for the cameras at the White House, announcing a unilateral withdrawal from a nuclear deal the United States had signed in 2015 with Iran and world powers. The …

US sanctions Russia, Iran entities for detaining Americans
1 year, 8 months ago

US sanctions Russia, Iran entities for detaining Americans

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Biden administration on Thursday sanctioned Russia’s Federal Security Service and Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps intelligence organization, accusing them of wrongfully detaining Americans. A U.S. Treasury news release stated that Iranian authorities frequently hold and interrogate detainees in Evin Prison in Tehran and have a “direct role in the repression of protests and arrest of dissidents, including …

US Targets Russian and Iranian Intelligence Groups with New Sanctions
1 year, 8 months ago

US Targets Russian and Iranian Intelligence Groups with New Sanctions

News 18  

The Biden administration on Thursday sanctioned Russia’s Federal Security Service and Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps intelligence organization for wrongfully detaining Americans. It’s the first rollout of new sanctions authorities established last year by President Joe Biden for use against those holding Americans unjustly captive. A U.S. Treasury news release stated that Iranian authorities frequently hold and interrogate detainees in …

Iran says 'everything ready' for prisoner swap, US denies
1 year, 9 months ago

Iran says 'everything ready' for prisoner swap, US denies

Hindustan Times  

Iran and the United States have reached an agreement to exchange prisoners, Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian told state TV on Sunday, but Washington denied it as a "false" claim by Tehran. A White House official denied Amirabdollahian's statement about the prisoner swap with Washington, adding that the United States was committed to securing the release of Americans held in …

US issues more Iran sanctions amid stalled diplomacy
1 year, 10 months ago

US issues more Iran sanctions amid stalled diplomacy

Al Jazeera  

New measures target Iranian oil and petrochemical sales, as US says it is committed to reducing Iran’s energy exports. “The United States is committed to significantly reducing Iranian energy exports and will sanction those facilitating Iran’s petroleum and petrochemical trade,” the State Department said. “We will not hesitate to take action against those who try to circumvent our sanctions.” Iran …

Where does the Iran nuclear deal stand right now?
1 year, 10 months ago

Where does the Iran nuclear deal stand right now?

Al Jazeera  

With a lot of ups and downs, there were numerous reports of near breakdowns in talks or imminent deals throughout last year. Tehran, Iran – There is a lot of talk about Tehran allegedly enriching uranium particles to near weapons-grade levels and simultaneous calls to lift sanctions amid attempts to revive the 2015 Iran nuclear deal. With President Joe Biden …

US issues more Iran sanctions over crackdown on protests
2 years, 3 months ago

US issues more Iran sanctions over crackdown on protests

Al Jazeera  

US targets top Iranian security officials for alleged role in ‘violent suppression’ of anti-government demonstrations. Washington, DC – The Biden administration has issued new sanctions against Iranian officials over what it called the “violent suppression of protests” following the death of Mahsa Amini in police custody in Tehran. “The United States condemns the Iranian government’s Internet shutdown and continued violent …

US sanctions traders of Iranian oil as nuclear talks stall
2 years, 3 months ago

US sanctions traders of Iranian oil as nuclear talks stall

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The U.S. on Thursday imposed sanctions on a group of firms it says have played a critical role in shipping sanctioned Iranian oil. The State Department designated two Chinese companies, and Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control hit a network of companies based in Hong Kong, Iran, India and the United Arab Emirates. U.S. sanctions on Iran have …

With new sanctions, US vows to ‘severely restrict’ Iran oil sales
2 years, 3 months ago

With new sanctions, US vows to ‘severely restrict’ Iran oil sales

Al Jazeera  

The Biden administration explicitly links a fresh round of US sanctions to failure to restore the 2015 Iran nuclear agreement. Washington, DC – The Biden administration has announced a new round of sanctions against Iran, vowing to impose financial penalties on a “regular basis” in an effort to “severely restrict” Iranian oil and petrochemical exports. The administration of US President …

US relaxes internet sanctions on Iran in support of protesters
2 years, 3 months ago

US relaxes internet sanctions on Iran in support of protesters

Al Jazeera  

Washington, DC – The Biden administration has issued a license to relax sanctions on internet services in Iran, saying the move aims to “support the free flow of information” for Iranians amid widespread anti-government protests. “As courageous Iranians take to the streets to protest the death of Mahsa Amini, the United States is redoubling its support for the free flow …

Iran’s Raisi says sanctions must be lifted to reach nuclear deal
2 years, 3 months ago

Iran’s Raisi says sanctions must be lifted to reach nuclear deal

Al Jazeera  

President Ebrahim Raisi tells Al Jazeera guarantees must be established to ensure the ‘lasting removal’ of sanctions on Iran. Samarkand, Uzbekistan – Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has said United States sanctions must be lifted to reach a nuclear agreement, and there must be guarantees established to ensure their “lasting removal”. Former US President Donald Trump withdrew from the 2015 deal …

US imposes new sanctions on Iran over Albanian cyberattack
2 years, 4 months ago

US imposes new sanctions on Iran over Albanian cyberattack

Al Jazeera  

US sanctions on Iran’s intelligence ministry come after Albania blamed Iran for the July incident, which Tehran has denied. Washington, DC – The Biden administration has imposed new sanctions on Iran’s Ministry of Intelligence and Security over what it called “malign cyber activities” as the two countries struggle to find a way back into the 2015 nuclear deal. “Iran’s cyber …

Iran ‘carefully reviewing’ US response to nuclear deal proposal
2 years, 4 months ago

Iran ‘carefully reviewing’ US response to nuclear deal proposal

Al Jazeera  

Iran had sent a ‘reasonable’ response to the EU’s proposal to restore the nuclear deal last week, as negotiations continue. Iran is studying the United States’ response to a European Union-drafted agreement that would restore the 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and Western powers, Iran’s foreign ministry has said. Iran had already given its own response to the EU proposal …

US, Iran inch closer to nuke deal but high hurdles remain
2 years, 4 months ago

US, Iran inch closer to nuke deal but high hurdles remain

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Biden administration is expected to weigh in this week on Iran’s latest offer to resume its compliance with the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, but neither side is offering a definitive path to revive the agreement, which has been on life-support since former President Donald Trump withdrew from it in 2018. The latest draft does not include Tehran’s …

Iran has dropped some demands for nuclear deal -U.S. official
2 years, 4 months ago

Iran has dropped some demands for nuclear deal -U.S. official

The Hindu  

Iran has dropped some of its main demands on resurrecting a deal to rein in Tehran's nuclear program, including its insistence that international inspectors close some probes of its atomic program, bringing the possibility of an agreement closer, a senior U.S. official told Reuters on Monday. The official said that gaps remain between the United States and Iran and that …

Leaders of US, UK, France, Germany discuss Iran nuclear deal
2 years, 4 months ago

Leaders of US, UK, France, Germany discuss Iran nuclear deal

Al Jazeera  

Talks come as world powers await Iran’s response to what the European Union calls its ‘final’ proposal to revive the landmark 2015 nuclear accord. The leaders of the United States, Britain, France and Germany held a conversation on efforts to revive the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, the White House said on Sunday. “In addition, they discussed ongoing negotiations over Iran’s …

Iran deal tantalizingly close, but US faces new hurdles
2 years, 4 months ago

Iran deal tantalizingly close, but US faces new hurdles

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Last week’s attack on author Salman Rushdie and the indictment of an Iranian national in a plot to kill former national security adviser John Bolton have given the Biden administration new headaches as it attempts to negotiate a return to the 2015 nuclear deal with Iran. “There is no doubt that a nuclear-armed Iran would feel an even …

Iran imposes sanctions on 61 Americans as nuclear talks hit impasse
2 years, 5 months ago

Iran imposes sanctions on 61 Americans as nuclear talks hit impasse

The Hindu  

Iran said on July 16, 2022 it had imposed sanctions on 61 more Americans, including former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo, for backing an Iranian dissident group, as months of talks to revive a 2015 nuclear deal are at an impasse. Others blacklisted by Iran's Foreign Ministry for voicing support for the exiled dissident group Mujahideen-e-Khalq included former President Donald …

Treasury sanctions Iranian petrochemical firms tied to Asia
2 years, 6 months ago

Treasury sanctions Iranian petrochemical firms tied to Asia

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — The Treasury Department said Wednesday that it has sanctioned a group of front companies and individuals tied to the sale and shipment of Iranian petroleum and petrochemical products to East Asia. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control imposed the sanctions on several companies, including Iran-based Jam Petrochemical Co., which has exported hundreds of millions of dollars worth of …

US imposes new Iran sanctions amid efforts to revive nuclear deal
2 years, 6 months ago

US imposes new Iran sanctions amid efforts to revive nuclear deal

Al Jazeera  

US measures targeting Iranian petroleum and petrochemical sales come ahead of Joe Biden’s visit to the region next week. The new measures, revealed on Wednesday, target “an international network of individuals and entities” that the Department of the Treasury said facilitated the sale of US-sanctioned Iranian petroleum and petrochemical products to East Asia. “While the United States is committed to …

Iran says it’s ready for new talks with US on nuclear deal
2 years, 6 months ago

Iran says it’s ready for new talks with US on nuclear deal

Associated Press  

UNITED NATIONS — Iran said Thursday it is ready for new indirect talks with the United States to overcome the last hurdles to revive its tattered 2015 nuclear deal with major powers amid a growing crisis over the country’s atomic program. Yet Ravanchi described the Qatar talks as “serious and positive.” He said Iran will contact the European Union coordinators …

U.S. must ditch 'Trump method' in nuclear talks, says Iran
2 years, 6 months ago

U.S. must ditch 'Trump method' in nuclear talks, says Iran

The Hindu  

Iran warned the U.S. to abandon the "Trump method" on Wednesday after the two sides opened indirect talks to revive a nuclear deal that was torpedoed by the former American President. Iran agreed to curb its nuclear programme in return for sanctions relief in 2015, before then U.S. President Donald Trump pulled out of the deal three years later. "We …

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