The United States has demanded the removal of nearly 400 kilogrammes of Iran’s enriched uranium as part of conditions for resuming negotiations with Tehran, according to a report published by Iran’s Fars News Agency. The report stated that Washington wants the uranium transferred to the United States while also refusing to pay compensation linked to the recent conflict.
Furthermore, the report said the US proposed limiting Iran to only one operational nuclear facility during the negotiation process. American officials also reportedly rejected the release of even 25 percent of Iran’s frozen overseas assets, despite Tehran’s repeated calls for access to blocked funds. In addition, Washington allegedly tied any ceasefire or halt in hostilities across regional fronts to progress in diplomatic negotiations.
Meanwhile, Iran has outlined five conditions before returning to the negotiating table. According to Fars News, Tehran demanded a complete end to hostilities on all fronts, particularly in Lebanon. Iranian officials also called for the removal of anti-Iran sanctions and the immediate unfreezing of the country’s overseas financial assets.
Moreover, Iran requested compensation for war-related damages and insisted that the international community recognise its sovereign rights over the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic waterway crucial to global oil shipments. Iranian authorities argued that these measures are necessary to restore trust before any formal talks can resume.
Analysts cited by Fars News claimed the American proposal reflects an attempt by Washington to secure through diplomacy what it failed to achieve during the conflict. As tensions continue, both sides remain divided over key demands, raising uncertainty about the prospects for renewed negotiations and regional stability in the coming weeks.
