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

Al JazeeraCenterEN 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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Key Player Opposition Context

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%