Nuclear Deal

Strategy or physical withdrawal: What does Washington’s shift from airstrikes to sanctions signify?

Despite the apparent success of the US’s blockade and sanctions campaign, Iranian officials have repeatedly expressed that they would not falter in maintaining control over the Strait of Hormuz.

US President Donald Trump reacts as he speaks to the media with US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent behind him, on the day of a NATO leaders' summit in Ankara, Turkey, July 8, 2026.
People walk by a billboard sponsored by the Coalition for Regional Security calling for the expansion of the Abraham Accords, in Ramat Gan, Israel June 26, 2025.

Trump sends Saudi nuclear deal to Congress but says Riyadh must recognize Israel

US President Donald Trump, Crown Prince and Prime Minister Mohammed bin Salman of Saudi Arabia and Elon Musk pose with others for a family picture during the US-Saudi Investment Forum in Washington, November 19, 2025.

The US-Saudi nuclear deal: Don’t settle, renegotiate - opinion

A person holds a placard representing a US flag, with an image of Iran's new Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei on a billboard in the background, on the day of a ceremony marking 40 days since Ayatollah Ali Khamenei was killed, in Tehran, Iran, April 9, 2026.

Trump willing to end war, declare victory on Iran with no nuclear deal, officials say - report


Iran says Trump's threat to destroy nuclear facilities is a clear red line -Fars News

Trump has repeatedly threatened to bomb Iran's nuclear facilities if talks between the two sides fail.

 Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian visits Iran's nuclear achievements exhibition in Tehran, Iran April 9, 2025.

Iran may pause enrichment for US nod on nuclear rights, release of frozen funds, sources say

This comes after five rounds of nuclear talks between the US and Iran, where the two powers have clashed over red lines.

 Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian visits Iran's nuclear achievements exhibition in Tehran, Iran April 9, 2025.

US intel. suggests Israel preparing strike on Iran's nuclear facilities - CNN

"Whether and how Israel strikes will likely depend" on Jerusalem's views of US-Iran nuclear negotiations, CNN added.

 A war between Israel and Iran (illustrative)

Iran eyes peace, trade, and drone deals in growing partnerships with Central Asia

Iran wants to see peace in the southern Caucasus so it can continue to work on a north-south economic corridor.

 Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi against backdrop of Tajikistan, China, Afghanistan and Pakistan. (illustration)

Iranian official says Tehran would forego highly enriched uranium for deal, NBC reports

Iran is ready to sign a nuclear agreement with the US today if the US lifts all economic sanctions according to top Iranian advisor, Ali Shamkhani.

Ali Shamkhani

Trump must choose Israeli strike in Iran over weak nuclear deal - opinion

Within a few years, Iran could resume its nuclear ambitions – this time with a bolstered ballistic arsenal and possibly intercontinental capabilities, posing a direct threat to the United States.

Iraninan newspapers, including one with a cover photo of US President Donald Trump and his Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, are on display in Tehran this week. The only deal Iran might accept would essentially resemble the JCPOA, with all its inherent flaws, the writer cautions.

US talks progressing, though nuclear program 'non-negotiable' Iran's FM says

Senior US administration officials told Reuters that an agreement was reached to move forward with talks to continue working through technical elements. 

 Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is welcomed by an unidentified Omani official upon his arrival in Muscat, Oman, May 11, 2025.

The Iran deal reversal: For Netanyahu, it was never really about security - opinion

Netanyahu managed to turn opposition to the nuclear agreement into a nearly mandatory standard for every Israeli politician.

 MIKE WALTZ, serving as US national security advisor, attends a meeting between President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the Oval Office last month. Netanyahu is in a panic over Waltz’s removal from the position, says the writer.

US-Saudi nuclear talks: Was Biden a better friend for Israel than Trump? - analysis

If talks do take place, the question arises: will the Trump administration consult with Israel about its red lines?

 (L-R) US President Donald Trump, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu see on top of Saudi Arabian, US, and Israeli flags (illustrative)

Witkoff: 'Almost daily' contact with hostage mediators, Trump working on expanding Abraham Accords

Witkoff's remarks come just days before Trump’s scheduled visit to Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates, and Qatar next week.

 US Middle East Envoy Steve Witkoff at the main reception marking Israel's 77th Independence Day at the Israeli Embassy in Washington DC, May 6, 2025.