The Tough Choice Facing Trump in the Iran Nuclear Talks
The president now confronts the reality that stopping Iran’s drive toward a bomb may require letting it continue to make some nuclear fuel.
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Trump Envoy Says Iran Must Give Up Nuclear Enrichment Capability
Steve Witkoff, President Trump’s chief Iran negotiator, offered the clearest outlines of the administration’s position in talks over Tehran’s nuclear program.
Trump Wants an Iran Deal, but It May Be Weaker Than His Supporters Demand
Iran rejects any deal that would ban it from any nuclear enrichment, long a demand of U.S. conservatives.
Reluctant at First, Trump Officials Intervened in South Asia as Nuclear Fears Grew
After Vice President JD Vance suggested that the conflict between India and Pakistan was not America’s problem, the Trump administration grew concerned that it could spiral out of control.
Pakistan Official Calls for International Inquiry Into Kashmir Terror Attack
Amid rising tensions with India, Pakistan’s defense minister declared his country’s innocence in a terror attack that killed 26 people this week in Kashmir territory.
Trump Says U.S. Could Lead Military Action Against Iran if Talks Collapse
The president said he would be “leading the pack” against Iran if it did not agree to a nuclear deal, but he said he was open to meeting Iranian leaders.
Trump Gives Conflicting Signals and Mixed Messages on Iran Nuclear Talks
The Trump administration started with an simple goal: Make Iran dismantle its nuclear and missile programs. Then its top negotiator started softening his tone, and had to retreat.
What to Know About U.S. Talks With Iran Over Its Nuclear Program
The two sides are set to negotiate on Saturday, though expectations for a breakthrough are modest, and distrust high.
Trump Wants an Iran Nuclear Deal, but It Must Be Better Than Obama’s
Nuclear talks between the United States and Iran are set for Saturday. President Trump has set a high bar for success.
Nuclear Testing Not Advised, Trump’s Nominee Says in Senate Hearing
Brandon Williams, the nominee to lead the National Nuclear Security Administration, said he would recommend reliance on “scientific information” rather than a restart of explosive testing.