politics
February 23, 2026
Iran will not surrender to US blackmail, an Iranian defense source told RT
An Iranian defense source has told RT that the country would not bow to US “blackmail” over nuclear talks
TL;DR
- Iran will not succumb to US "blackmail" over its nuclear program.
- Any US or Israeli attack on Iran will be met with a "broad and unlimited response."
- Iran believes the US is increasing pressure to force it to accept its terms.
- Iran finds negotiations with a weak prospect of sanctions relief to be valueless.
- Tensions remain high, with Omani-mediated talks in Geneva yielding no breakthroughs.
- US President Trump has demanded Iran dismantle its nuclear and ballistic missile programs and set a deadline for an agreement.
- The US has deployed military assets to the Middle East, and reports suggest potential strikes on Iran are being considered.
- Iran has conducted military drills and threatened to target American bases if attacked.
- Iran asserts its nuclear program is peaceful and a sovereign right.
- Iran is prepared for war but prefers a diplomatic path, and will submit a new draft proposal soon.
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