Turning Point: Iran Signals Readiness for U.S. Negotiations Amid Nuclear Tensions

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has directed the foreign minister to pursue fair negotiations with the U.S., marking a significant policy shift. This move, backed by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, comes amid rising tensions and follows a regional push for dialogue. The potential talks will focus on nuclear issues.

In a dramatic policy shift, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian announced he has instructed the foreign minister to engage in fair negotiations with the United States. This decision follows heightened tensions in the region and Tehran's unprecedented crackdown on recent protests.

Receiving backing from Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, this development signals Iran's openness to dialogue, potentially setting the stage for U.S. talks. However, the contentious issue of Iran's nuclear program remains a thorny topic, with Tehran refusing to surrender its uranium enrichment activities.

As U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff travels through the region, the international community waits to see if these talks will materialize. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump's administration maintains a hardline stance, demanding strict conditions in any potential agreement.

(With inputs from agencies.)