Iran ready for nuclear-focused talks, rejects US military build-up

Al Jazeera DiplomaticNews ReportEN 5 min read 100% complete by Maziar MotamediFebruary 8, 2026 at 05:03 PM

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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has expressed Iran's readiness for further nuclear negotiations with the US, following mediated discussions in Oman. He emphasized Iran's right to nuclear development under the Non-Proliferation Treaty, while also stating that Iran will not respond well to force. Iranian officials are signaling a preference for nuclear-focused talks, rejecting any US military build-up in the region. This comes as Iran approaches the anniversary of its 1979 revolution, with planned state-organized demonstrations. Abbas Araghchi, a top Iranian diplomat, stated that Iran will continue nuclear enrichment for civilian use, even if it risks military attacks, emphasizing the country's commitment to independence.

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Araghchi told US envoys that “there is no way but negotiations”.

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Iran is unwilling to forego nuclear enrichment for civilian use even if it leads to more military attacks by the US and Israel.

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Araghchi pointed out that the Islamic Republic has always emphasised independence since the 1979 revolution.

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Pezeshkian described the indirect talks held in Oman as a “step forward” and said his administration favours dialogue.

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Iran's President Pezeshkian called on the US to respect his country as the two nations look ahead to nuclear negotiations.

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Key Entities & Roles

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Ministry of Foreign Affairs 40% Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi 40% Oman ×250% Non-Proliferation Treaty 50% Tehran ×360% Israel ×260% Abbas Araghchi ×270% Masoud Pezeshkian 70% United States ×580% Iran ×1090%

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nuclear negotiations 90% us 80% iran 80% military build-up 70% nuclear enrichment 60% non-proliferation treaty 60% islamic revolution 50% sovereignty 50% oman 40%