Iran Stands Firm on Uranium Enrichment

By Aditya Nagar | February 09, 2026

Iran has rejected pressure from the United States to intercept its uranium enrichment programme, despite new sanctions.

While addressing a public event in Tehran on Sunday, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Iran cannot be forced to change its nuclear policy.

He further questioned whether the United States is genuinely committed to resolving the issues discussed in the nuclear talks.

Iran Uranium Enrichment: Key Highlights

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Aragchi's comments came as Iran and the United States started negotiations in Oman for the first time in many years.

The discussion followed rising Middle East tensions that recently resulted in US military action against Iran alongside Israel.

Tehran is hoping for relief from the stringent economic sanctions that have badly affected its economy.

Meanwhile, Washington seeks limits on Iran’s nuclear programme.

Uranium Enrichment Is Non-Negotiable, Says Araghchi

Addressing international media, Araghchi clarified that uranium enrichment is non-negotiable for Tehran.

According to hiHe argued that Iran should not be pressured to abandon its uranium enrichment program, emphasising that this stance would remain unchanged even if Iran were faced with military conflict.aid that no country has the authority to dictate our actions.

Araghchi dismissed US military presence in the region, including the aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln, saying it cannot scare Iran.

Furthermore, Iran stated that it cannot fully trust Washington and questioned whether the US side is genuinely committed to diplomacy.

He also said any deal that undermines Tehran’s independence or national dignity will not be accepted.

Iran is Open To ‘Confidence-Building Measures’

Aragchi also indicated Iran’s willingness to implement certain confidence-building measures if meaningful sanctions relief is provided in return.so warned that progress depends on mutual respect from both sides.

Iran has long faced accusations from Western governments and Israel for encouraging the development of nuclear weapons.

However, Tehran has repeatedly denied the claim, insisting that its programme is mainly motivated by peaceful aims.

Iran Can Stand Up Against Powerful Nations With Its Atomic Power: Aragchi

Aragchi said they are scared of our atomic bomb, and we are not seeking one.

According to hiHe added that Iran’s nuclear capabilities serve as a means for the country to assert itself against stronger nations, not to threaten them with an atomic bomb. Military Strength

Tensions stayed high over the weekend as senior US officials visited an American aircraft carrier stationed in the region.

Lead negotiator Steve Witcoff and senior adviser Jared Kushner toured the warship and showcased America’s military presence.

Confirming the deployment, the US Central Command with Witkoff stated that the carrier group was saving America and had been supportive of President Trump’s ‘Peace through strength’ policy.

Despite the military display, both sides initiated discussions on a positive note.

Where, for Trump, the negotiations seem ‘Very good’, for Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, he termed them ‘a step forward’.

Trump Signs Order Imposing New Tariffs and Sanctions on Iran Trade

However, shortly after the discussions, Trump signed an executive order, imposing new tariffs on the nations that still have trade relations with Iran.

Fresh sanctions were also imposed on shipping firms and vessels involved in transporting Iranian oil, underscoring the simultaneous forward movement of diplomatic talks and economic pressure.

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