Diplomats from Iran, Russia, and China met in Beijing to address Iran’s nuclear issues, coinciding with Iran’s rejection of U.S. calls to resume negotiations. The discussion underscores tensions stemming from the 2015 nuclear deal, disrupted by the U.S. exit in 2018.
On Friday, senior diplomats from Iran, Russia, and China convened in Beijing to discuss issues concerning Iran’s nuclear program, as reported by Chinese state broadcaster CCTV. This meeting comes shortly after Iran refuted U.S. “orders” to engage in renewed negotiations regarding its nuclear activities.
The discussions take place in the context of the 2015 nuclear deal between Iran and various countries, including the United States, Russia, China, Britain, France, and Germany. Under this agreement, Iran consented to limit its nuclear program in exchange for the lifting of international sanctions.
However, this accord was significantly disrupted in 2018 when then-U.S. President Donald Trump unilaterally withdrew from the agreement, raising concerns about nuclear proliferation in the region.
The recent diplomatic discussions in Beijing highlight ongoing tensions surrounding Iran’s nuclear program. The rejection of U.S. directives for renewed talks illustrates Iran’s defiance and the complexities of international negotiations. The 2015 nuclear deal remains a pivotal reference point, yet its viability continues to be questioned following the U.S. withdrawal in 2018.
Original Source: news.az
