Iranian officials intend to negotiate with the US to preserve the country’s uranium enrichment programme, according to an official report by Iranian state media on Friday.
Under the terms of a draft agreement published by IRNA news, a proposed 60-day ceasefire would begin once a memorandum of understanding is signed. During that period, both sides would hold talks on the future of Iran’s nuclear programme.
IRNA, citing unnamed Iranian officials, said Tehran would continue to defend what it describes as its right to enrich uranium. The report also said Iran would oppose any demand to remove its stockpile of enriched material from the country.
The issue remains one of the most contentious between the two countries, and has led to frequent disagreements, leading to many revised terms in the negotiations.
US President Donald Trump said on Thursday that an agreement had been reached to end the war. Iranian officials, however, said no final decision had been made on the proposal.
Sources familiar with the negotiations told CBS News that Tehran could, in principle, agree to halt uranium enrichment for 15 to 20 years and dismantle its nuclear facilities during that period.
The draft framework published by IRNA also includes a provision relating to compensation for damage caused by US and Israeli military strikes during the conflict.
According to the report, Iran has developed a mechanism to pursue compensation and has obtained guarantees from third parties regarding its implementation.
Despite claims of progress, Tehran continues to insist that discussions are ongoing and that no final agreement has yet been approved.
