Tehran — Iran has stated that no specific date has been agreed upon for restarting nuclear negotiations with the United States, signaling ongoing uncertainty amid stalled efforts to revive the 2015 nuclear deal.
A senior Iranian official clarified that while discussions remain possible, Tehran is not committed to any firm timeline for resuming talks. The lack of a set date reflects continued differences over key issues such as uranium enrichment levels, sanctions relief, and verification mechanisms.
The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), agreed upon in 2015, aimed to curb Iran’s nuclear program in exchange for lifting economic sanctions. However, the US withdrawal from the deal in 2018 under the Trump administration led to escalating tensions and suspension of negotiations.
Recent attempts in Vienna to revive the agreement have faced setbacks, with Iran insisting on its right to enrich uranium and rejecting US demands to halt enrichment as a precondition for talks.
International diplomats emphasize the urgency of restarting dialogue to prevent further nuclear proliferation risks and regional instability. The absence of a clear timetable complicates efforts by European powers and other stakeholders to mediate a resolution.
Iran’s position underscores the deep mistrust between Tehran and Washington, highlighting the challenges in bridging policy gaps. Meanwhile, the global community continues to watch closely, concerned that delays may increase the risk of conflict in the Middle East.
