Iran says US must drop ‘excessive demands’ in nuclear negotiations

Al JazeeraCenterEN 2 min read 100% complete by Virginia PietromarchiFebruary 27, 2026 at 05:31 PM

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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Aragchi stated that the United States must drop "excessive demands" to reach a successful nuclear agreement. Aragchi emphasized the need for seriousness and realism from the US side during a phone call with his Egyptian counterpart. This statement follows recent indirect talks between Iranian and US officials in Geneva, mediated by Oman, where both sides agreed to continue discussions on sanctions and nuclear-related steps. Further negotiations will occur alongside technical team meetings in Vienna. The US seeks a complete dismantling of Iran's nuclear infrastructure, limits on ballistic missiles, and a cessation of support for regional allies, while Iran has shown flexibility on uranium enrichment but considers missiles and proxies non-negotiable.

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Egypt 35% Vienna 40% Badr Abdel Ati 40% Oman 40% ISNA news agency 50% Geneva ×250% Israel ×260% Jerusalem 60% Abbas Aragchi ×275% United States ×485% Iran ×790%

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