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Iran's Supreme Leader has firmly shut the door on nuclear talks with the United States. He argues that under current conditions, such negotiations would only harm Iran's interests. Khamenei characterized past US demands as an imposition rather than a genuine dialogue. This stance follows recent military actions, including US airstrikes on Iranian nuclear facilities.

Key Points: Khamenei Rules Out US Nuclear Talks Citing Irreparable Losses

  • Khamenei states US preconditions are not negotiation but a dictation of terms
  • He warns talks would lead to major and potentially irreparable losses
  • The US demand to abandon missiles aims to prevent Iranian self-defense
  • Recent US airstrikes on nuclear sites underscore the hostile environment for talks
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Iran's supreme leader rules out imminent nuclear talks with US

Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei declares nuclear negotiations with the US an "absolute dead end," warning of major and irreparable losses for Iran.

"Under the present circumstances, negotiation with the US government is, firstly, of no help to our national interests - Ali Khamenei"

Tehran, Sep 24

Iran's Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei warned against nuclear negotiations with the United States under the present circumstances, saying it will not serve Iran's national interests.

"Under the present circumstances, negotiation with the US government is, firstly, of no help to our national interests, fails to have any benefit for us and will not prevent any loss," Khamenei said in a televised address on Tuesday.

He added that it would even lead to "major" losses for Iran, some of which could be "irreparable."

Khamenei said the American side had determined the final result of negotiations in advance by demanding the cessation of nuclear activities and uranium enrichment in Iran, stressing that such a process was not negotiations but "dictation and imposition."

He noted that the US had also demanded Iran abandon short-, medium- and long-range missiles, adding that it was aimed at preventing Iran from being able to respond to potential acts of aggression, Xinhua news agency reported.

Khamenei listed some of the US hostile actions against Iran over the past years, saying negotiation with the US on Iran's nuclear issue as well as other matters would be an "absolute dead end."

Iran signed a nuclear deal with world powers in July 2015, agreeing to put some curbs on its nuclear program in return for the removal of sanctions. The US, however, pulled out of the deal in May 2018 and reimposed sanctions on Iran, prompting Tehran to scale back its commitments under the deal.

In April, Iran and the US began indirect talks on Tehran's nuclear program and the removal of US sanctions. As the two sides were about to hold the sixth one in June, Israel launched major airstrikes on several areas in Iran, including nuclear and military sites, killing senior commanders, nuclear scientists and many civilians. Iran responded with multiple waves of missile and drone attacks on Israel. On June 22, US air forces bombed three Iranian nuclear facilities.

- IANS

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Sarah B
This is concerning for global stability. As an expat living in Delhi, I worry about how such tensions might affect oil prices and regional security. Hope cooler heads prevail soon.
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Priya S
The missile demand is particularly problematic. Every sovereign nation has the right to self-defense. Imagine if someone told India to abandon its missile program! 💯
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Arjun K
While I understand Iran's position, complete refusal to talk might not be the best approach. Diplomatic channels should remain open, even if progress is slow. The region can't afford more conflict.
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Karthik V
The timing is interesting given recent events. After the airstrikes on nuclear facilities, any talks would appear as negotiating under duress. Iran is playing the long game here.
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Michael C
From India's perspective, we need to maintain good relations with both sides while protecting our energy security. A delicate balancing act for our foreign policy experts.
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Nisha Z
The nuclear issue is complex, but what about the ordinary Iranian people suffering under sanctions? Sometimes I feel both governments forget about human costs in these geopolitical games. 😔

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