President Donald Trump announced on May 6 that recent talks with Iran have shown progress, making a deal to end the war "very possible." He emphasized that Iran has agreed not to pursue nuclear weapons. 'We’ve had some good talks over the last 24 hours,' Trump told reporters, adding that if negotiations fail, the U.S. would escalate further. 'We’re going to get [enriched uranium] from Iran,' he stated separately, referring to Iran’s nuclear program.
Israel’s Stance on Nuclear Deal
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu affirmed that Israel and the U.S. are in "full coordination" on negotiations. He outlined four core demands for any agreement: dismantling Iran’s uranium enrichment infrastructure, restricting its ballistic missile program, preventing Tehran from rebuilding Hezbollah and Hamas, and ensuring military leverage if Iran violates commitments. 'The most important objective is the removal of the enriched material from Iran,' Netanyahu said, stressing that Israel seeks strict enforcement of any deal.
Background and Implications
The talks come amid tensions over Iran’s nuclear ambitions and regional influence. Israel fears a weak agreement could allow Iran to regain economic and military strength, while the U.S. seeks to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Analysts note that the outcome will shape regional stability and Iran’s future role in the Middle East.