Khamenei has called U.S. demands to stop Iran’s enrichment of uranium «nonsense»
Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei said he does not believe ongoing nuclear negotiations with the U.S. will yield any result, slamming U.S. demands that it end its uranium enrichment program.
Newsweek has contacted the U.S. State Department for comment.Why It Matters
The comments come as tensions between Iran and the U.S. have risen this week over uranium enrichment as both sides prepare for a new round of nuclear talks—with signs that the road for negotiations will be difficult, raising the stakes for a military confrontation.
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened military action if there is no deal and has increased the presence of its forces in the region.What To Know
«I don’t think nuclear talks with the U.S. will be bring results. I don’t know», Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was quoted as saying by Reuters.
Washington demands a total halt to Iran’s enrichment capabilities; Tehran is vowing to continue its program, which it says has only peaceful goals, regardless of any agreement.
