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Iran Proposes Nuclear Counteroffer Amid Rising U.S. Tensions

2/21/2026

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Iran's Nuclear Negotiation

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi announced a draft counterproposal for nuclear talks with the United States, expected within days.
U.S. President Donald Trump is considering military strikes, with US officials indicating advanced planning for potential attacks amid escalating tensions.
Protests against the Iranian regime have reignited, particularly among students, with reports of violence and injuries.
The Iranian government claims over 3,000 deaths from recent unrest, while human rights groups report higher figures.
President Masoud Pezeshkian stated Iran will not yield to external pressures during negotiations.

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Iran's Uranium Standoff

Iran will not export its 300 kg stockpile of enriched uranium.
Iran is open to diluting its purity under UN supervision.
This dilution proposal will shape Iran's offer to the United States.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the United States has not demanded zero enrichment, contradicting U.S. claims.
Protests in Iran continue as the United Nations urges diplomacy.

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Historical Context

The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), finalized on July 14, 2015, aimed to limit Iran's nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief, allowing a stockpile of 300 kg of enriched uranium under IAEA monitoring. Current tensions reflect the JCPOA's fragile nature, as protests against the Iranian regime escalate amid claims of over 3,000 deaths, raising concerns about regional stability and international relations.

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Iran's Nuclear Negotiation

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi announced a draft counterproposal for nuclear talks with the United States, expected within days.
U.S. President Donald Trump is considering military strikes, with US officials indicating advanced planning for potential attacks amid escalating tensions.
Protests against the Iranian regime have reignited, particularly among students, with reports of violence and injuries.
The Iranian government claims over 3,000 deaths from recent unrest, while human rights groups report higher figures.
President Masoud Pezeshkian stated Iran will not yield to external pressures during negotiations.

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