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Trump Pressures Iran Amid Nuclear Talks and Protests

2/12/2026

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Trump Pressures Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump has intensified pressure on Iran amid ongoing nuclear negotiations, moved assets to the Persian Gulf, and warned of possible military action if Tehran cracks down on protesters.
In Oman, talks aimed to gauge seriousness on Iran's nuclear program, with Iran insisting on its right to enrich uranium.
Trump expressed optimism about a deal, provided that any agreement addresses Iran's missile program.

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Larijani Engages Oman

Iranian security official Ali Larijani visited Oman after indirect nuclear talks with the United States.
He met with Omani Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi and Sultan Haitham bin Tariq to discuss future negotiations and to prepare for resuming diplomatic negotiations.
Larijani criticized Israel's influence on the talks.
Abbas Araghchi, Iran's Foreign Minister, expressed optimism about the discussions.
U.S. President Donald Trump indicated flexibility in negotiations.

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Historical Context

The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), finalized on July 14, 2015, involved Iran and the P5+1 nations, aiming to limit Iran's nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief. Despite initial compliance, tensions have escalated over Iran's missile program and regional actions, reflecting historical conflicts over nuclear capabilities and impacting U.S.-Iran relations and Middle Eastern stability.

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Trump Pressures Iran

U.S. President Donald Trump has intensified pressure on Iran amid ongoing nuclear negotiations, moved assets to the Persian Gulf, and warned of possible military action if Tehran cracks down on protesters.
In Oman, talks aimed to gauge seriousness on Iran's nuclear program, with Iran insisting on its right to enrich uranium.
Trump expressed optimism about a deal, provided that any agreement addresses Iran's missile program.

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