Archive · 19 May 2025
Iran and US to Continue Talks Amid Nuclear Program Tensions
Iran and the U.S. are talking about Iran's nuclear program.
Iran says it will keep talking, even with threats from the U.S., and that it won't give up its right to enrich uranium, which is used to make nuclear fuel.
The U.S. wants Iran to stop enriching uranium.
Both sides met with European powers to discuss the situation, including Britain, France, and Germany.
Iran says it is not after war, but it will not be pressured.
The U.S. is also talking tough, saying Iran must move quickly towards a deal.
Iran says it will continue nuclear talks with the U.S., despite threats.
The talks are at an 'expert' level, discussing the details of a possible deal.
A major sticking point is Iran's insistence on enriching uranium.
Trump has threatened airstrikes if a deal isn't reached.
European powers met with Iran to discuss nuclear negotiations.
- Who
- Iran and the United States.
- What
- Continuing nuclear talks and negotiating a potential deal.
- When
- As of May 17, 2025.
- Where
- Talks held in Istanbul, with other meetings.
- Why
- To negotiate the details of a nuclear deal.
Iran's Stance
US Stance
Uranium Enrichment
Iran's Stance
Iran insists on its right to enrich uranium for peaceful purposes.
US Stance
Trump administration insists Iran must give up uranium enrichment.
Threats of Military Action
Iran's Stance
Iran says they do not fear any threat.
US Stance
Trump has threatened military action if a deal isn't reached.
- Date
- May 17, 2025
- Parties Involved
- Iran, U.S., and European powers (Britain, France, Germany)
- Meeting Location
- Istanbul
- Main Issue
- Uranium enrichment
- U.S. Stance
- Trump has threatened airstrikes
- Iran's Stance
- Iran will continue talks
