Iran determined to keep uranium amid increased war odds, flurry of meetings
Iranian officials have stated that the country will not remove its enriched uranium despite ongoing diplomatic pressure and regional conflict. Tehran maintains that its nuclear program is a sovereign right and a form of national wealth.
Why it matters
Iran's refusal to compromise on its nuclear program amid a broader war with the US and Israel increases the risk of further regional escalation.
Tehran had ‘nothing new’ to tell Washington after latest nuclear proposals reportedly offered by mediators.
x whatsapp-stroke copylink google Add Al Jazeera on Google info Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, right, gestures to Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov during their meeting in Tehran, Iran, October 19, 2026 [Vahid Salemi/AP] By Maziar Motamedi Published On 21 Oct 2026 21 Oct 2026 Tehran, Iran – There has been a flurry of diplomatic activity in the Middle East in recent days, with hopes of a diplomatic breakthrough to end the United States and Israel war on Iran.
Pakistan’s army chief Asim Munir was in Tehran on Wednesday to discuss the war and recent tensions in Yemen. It comes against the backdrop of fears of a new breakout in conflict in the region.
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