Nuclear Talks: Second round of nuclear talks between America and Iran, big meeting to be held in Geneva

US Iran Nuclear Program Negotiations: An important meeting is going to be held in Geneva city of Switzerland next week as part of US-Iran nuclear program talks. This talk is a major diplomatic step towards reducing the tension arising out of the nuclear program between America and Iran. The Foreign Ministry of Switzerland has officially confirmed this meeting and called it a new effort for peace. The eyes of the world are focused on this discussion amid the tough stance of President Donald Trump and the mediation of Oman.

Organization of talks and Oman’s role

Switzerland’s Foreign Ministry announced on Saturday that a second round of talks between the US and Iran will be held in Geneva next week. This important dialogue is being hosted by the country of Oman, which had also played an important role in the earlier indirect dialogue. Although the exact dates of this meeting have not been publicly disclosed yet, preparations are complete.

Trump’s warning and atmosphere of tension

US President Donald Trump has put pressure on Iran for an agreement by giving a very strict warning before these talks. He has clearly said that if this dialogue fails, its consequences could be extremely catastrophic and disastrous for Iran. Trump believes that Iran cannot be allowed to enrich uranium at any cost.

Military deployment and threat to nuclear sites

In view of the tension in the Middle East, America has launched the world’s largest aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford has sent it there. The Trump administration has already indicated that they will not shy away from using military force to get their demands met. There was a fierce war between Israel and Iran for 12 days after the talks broke down in June last year.

Iran’s side and the issue of enrichment

Iran claims that its nuclear program is only for peaceful purposes and it is not ready to bow to US pressure. Before last year’s war, Iran was enriching uranium to 60 percent purity, increasing the risk of nuclear weapons. Tehran has clearly said that if it is attacked, it is capable of giving a befitting reply.

Oman’s mediation and first meeting

In the first round of indirect talks held on February 6, Oman succeeded in bringing both sides on one platform. For the first time, top military commanders from the Middle East were also present in the discussions held at that time, which shows the seriousness of the situation. Now it is expected that a middle path can be found from the second round of talks.

Regional stability and diplomatic crisis

Gulf countries have warned that any military attack on Iran could push the entire region into a fierce conflict. Trump has also expressed his intention regarding the ongoing protests in Iran and the change of regime there. In such a situation, this Geneva meeting is going to prove to be the biggest test for regional stability.

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The path to agreement and future challenges

At present, America’s stance is very tough and it wants Iran to completely stop all its nuclear activities immediately. Iran has currently refused to accept these conditions, due to which clouds of deep doubt are hanging over the success of the talks. The coming days will decide whether this region will move towards peace or war.