Trump Announces Direct Talks with Iran on Nuclear Program

US-Iran Direct Talks Announced

• 🇺🇸 President Trump stated the US will hold high-level talks with Iran this weekend regarding its nuclear program.
• ⚠️ He warned Iran would be in "great danger" if these negotiations fail to prevent them from acquiring nuclear weapons.

Iranian Reaction and Speculation

• 🗣️ Initially, Iranian officials appeared to rebuff US calls for direct talks, with the foreign ministry spokesperson refusing to comment.
• 🚫 Iran had previously stated that direct negotiations would not occur unless the US stops threatening and intimidating Iran and treats them as an equal.
• 📍 Several speculations exist regarding the location and negotiators for these talks, with possibilities including Antalya, Riyadh, and Oman.
• 🤝 Deputy foreign ministers are expected to be the negotiators, with some having prior experience in talks with European nations.