Mohsen Rezaei, the head of Iran's Supreme National Security Council, emphasized that his country will not allow any enriched nuclear materials to leave. In statements made on television to the Al-Mayadeen network in Lebanon, he warned that any new attack by the United States would have consequences.
Tensions Between Iran and the United States
Rezaei's remarks came after a reduction in tensions from American officials regarding the need for additional military action against Iran. Analysts have also pointed to the softer tone of Donald Trump, the President of the United States, following the Republicans' defeat in the November 3 midterm elections. Rezaei also noted the absence of negotiations between Tehran and Washington at the moment and emphasized that any new U.S. attack targeting American bases in remote areas would be responded to.
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Iran's Position on Uranium Enrichment
The leader of the Islamic Republic of Iran also issued an order in May stating that uranium close to weapons-grade should not be sent outside the country. According to two senior Iranian sources, this action reflects Iran's determination to maintain and control its nuclear materials. The International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) estimates that Iran had 440.9 kilograms of uranium enriched to 60 percent at the time of the attacks by Israel and the United States on Iran's nuclear facilities in June 2025. This level of enrichment is far above the amount required for civilian uses.
Iran has consistently rejected accusations from Western countries, including the United States and Israel, of seeking to acquire nuclear weapons, emphasizing that its nuclear program is solely for peaceful purposes.
Iran's Nuclear Proposal to the United States
Iran recently sent a nuclear proposal to the United States through Qatar, stating that this proposal would only be discussed after fulfilling seven demands presented by Tehran. This move reflects Iran's effort to create an environment for initiating new negotiations with the United States regarding nuclear issues and other topics.
In this context, any occurrence of new tensions and conflicts could directly impact regional security and stability, underscoring the need for effective diplomacy and constructive dialogue to prevent escalation of tensions.
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