Iran says US must 'prove they want to do a deal' on nuclear talks in Geneva

Fox News - World DiplomaticNews ReportEN 2 min read 100% complete by Emma BusseyFebruary 16, 2026 at 04:12 AM
Iran says US must 'prove they want to do a deal' on nuclear talks in Geneva
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An Iranian official stated that Iran is open to a nuclear deal with the U.S. if the U.S. demonstrates a willingness to lift sanctions. Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi said the ball is in the U.S.'s court to prove their sincerity. These comments came as Iranian diplomats traveled to Geneva for a second round of indirect talks with the U.S., mediated by Oman. Iran has offered to dilute its uranium stockpile as a sign of compromise, but insists talks focus on the nuclear issue and that zero enrichment is off the table. The U.S. has emphasized that Iran is holding up progress in negotiations. Past diplomatic efforts collapsed in 2025 after military conflict.

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The U.S. has reinforced its military presence in the region amid heightened tensions.

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The ball was 'in America’s court to prove that they want to do a deal'.

quote — Majid Takht-Ravanchi100% confidence

Iran is open to compromise with the U.S. on a nuclear deal if the administration is willing to discuss lifting sanctions.

quote — Majid Takht-Ravanchi, Iran’s deputy foreign minister100% confidence

Iran has offered to dilute its stockpile of uranium enriched to 60% purity.

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Past diplomatic efforts had collapsed in 2025 after Israel launched what became a 12-day war with Iran and U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites.

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