politics
February 17, 2026
US-Iran talks set to resume amid rising tensions
US and Iran are set to resume talks aimed at resolving the dispute over Tehran’s nuclear program
TL;DR
- US and Iran to resume nuclear program talks in Geneva.
- Previous talks in Oman described as a "good start."
- Iran seeks a "fair and equitable deal" and rejects submission to threats.
- US aims to pressure Iran into accepting a new nuclear deal after Trump's withdrawal from the JCPOA.
- Iran maintains its nuclear program is peaceful and opposes zero enrichment demands.
- Potential new accord should offer economic incentives, according to Iran.
- Tensions are high due to US military deployments and Iranian military drills in the Strait of Hormuz.
- US acknowledges difficulty in reaching an understanding with Tehran.
- Moscow warns of a "potentially explosive" standoff and urges a peaceful settlement.
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