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In a new twist to the ongoing negotiations over nuclear agreements, Iran has reportedly put forth an enticing offer to the United States. The proposal promises a “commercial bonanza” featuring Iranian natural gas, oil, and minerals. Despite this lucrative offer, Iranian representatives remain steadfast on their position regarding nuclear development.
Here’s a glimpse of what Iran is allegedly bringing to the negotiation table:
One American insider has expressed skepticism, essentially saying, “Not interested.”
This reaction mirrors the Trump administration’s long-standing viewpoint. The administration has consistently advocated for a complete halt to Iran’s nuclear activities. Allowing Iran to enrich uranium for any reason could eventually lead to weaponization. The skepticism stems from a belief that Iran’s negotiations lack genuine intent. Any promises from the current Iranian leadership regarding nuclear energy are viewed as unreliable.
Two unnamed sources familiar with the negotiations said Tehran is floating the prospect of U.S. participation in its vast energy sector, aiming squarely at Trump’s appetite for high-return deals.
The lure of major investment deals was “specifically directed at Trump, a major economic bonanza in oil and gas and mining rights, critical minerals and all of that,” said one of the sources familiar with the matter.
The outreach includes potential access to oil and gas projects, joint fields with neighboring countries, mining investments and even civilian aircraft purchases.
At least one American source is saying, “Oh, please.”
But a senior U.S. official flatly denied that any commercial proposal had been made.
“This was never discussed. President Trump has been clear that Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon or the capacity to build one,” the official said.
That last part has, of course, been the Trump administration’s stance all along. But to that end, it would be advisable to insist on no nuclear development at all. If the Iranians are allowed to enrich uranium for commercial purposes, sooner or later, they will enrich enough for a bomb. When they negotiate, they are not negotiating in good faith. Any agreement the current regime makes on nuclear power won’t be worth a cup of warm spit.