- Iranian President Signals Readiness to Comply With NPT Obligations if Washington Deal Is Reached
NEW YORK: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has indicated that Iran could be prepared to give up its uranium enriched to 60 percent if Tehran and Washington reach a comprehensive agreement.
In an interview with Fox News on Thursday, Pezeshkian was asked whether Iran would be willing to surrender its stockpile of uranium enriched to 60 percent as part of a potential agreement with the United States.
The Iranian president responded affirmatively, saying Tehran would fulfill its international obligations under the framework of international law and the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).
Tehran Signals Commitment to International Nuclear Obligations
“Yes. Within the framework of international law, based on the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty, we will comply with everything required of us,” Pezeshkian said.
His remarks suggest that Iran could consider significant changes to its nuclear activities as part of a negotiated settlement with Washington, provided any agreement is consistent with Iran’s obligations under international law. The comments come amid continuing international efforts to address longstanding concerns over Iran’s nuclear programme and its uranium-enrichment activities.
Any potential agreement between Tehran and Washington would likely involve negotiations over Iran’s enrichment activities, nuclear safeguards and broader commitments under the NPT, while also requiring agreement on the obligations expected from the United States.
Pezeshkian’s remarks indicate that Tehran remains open to meeting internationally agreed nuclear obligations if a mutually acceptable agreement with Washington can be reached.
BY: The Times Union
