Geneva Nuclear Talks: What’s Next for Iran and European Nations?
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Editor - . January 2, 2025
- . Update: January 2, 2025 6:54 pm
According to Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi of Iran, the nation will attend nuclear talks with Britain, France, and Germany on January 13. The talk will be held in Geneva. This meeting is going to happen after several rounds of discussions in November 2024 about the controversial nuclear program by Iran.
Why Are These Nuclear Talks Important?
The nuclear talks between Iran and European nations are happening because European nations are accusing Iran that, Iran is not working with the nuclear agency of the UN- IAEA. There were threats that Iran was installing more machines to enrich uranium.
What Is Iran’s Current Nuclear Status?
- Enrichment Levels: The IAEA has reported that Iran is enriching uranium to 60% purity, much closer to the 90% level needed for weapons-grade material.
- Iran’s Stance: Tehran insists its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes and denies aiming to build nuclear weapons.
Background on the 2015 Nuclear Pact
In 2015, Iran signed a nuclear deal with six world powers to limit its nuclear activities in exchange for lifted sanctions. However:
- 2018: The U.S., under Donald Trump, withdrew from the deal and reimposed strict sanctions.
- Aftermath: Iran began violating the deal’s terms, including increasing uranium enrichment and installing advanced centrifuges.
The upcoming Geneva talks will aim to reduce tensions in the region. The outcome of the talks will be a turning point for the nuclear program of Iran. It will also create opportunities and new spaces for relationships within the global community.
