nuclear talks
President Trump Signals Openness to Iran Sanctions Relief Amid Ongoing Tensions
Nov 07, 2025 05:27 pm CST
US President Donald Trump has indicated willingness to consider lifting sanctions against Iran following inquiries from Tehran, despite ongoing tensions. This development comes amid stalled nuclear talks, recent military actions against Iranian nuclear facilities, and Supreme Leader Khamenei's statement that cooperation remains impossible while the US continues supporting Israel and maintaining regional military presence.
Trump-Kim Meeting Not Scheduled During Asia Trip: What's Next for US-North Korea Relations
Oct 25, 2025 04:55 am CST
A senior US official confirms Donald Trump will not meet North Korean leader Kim Jong Un during his upcoming South Korea visit for the APEC Forum, despite speculation and Seoul's hopes for renewed diplomatic engagement. Though both leaders have expressed willingness for future talks, no official meeting is currently planned as tensions around North Korea's nuclear program persist.
Iran Ratifies UN Anti-Terror Financing Treaty in Bid to Ease International Banking Restrictions
Oct 23, 2025 12:22 am CST
Iran has joined the UN convention against terrorism financing in an effort to ease sanctions pressure and regain access to global banking systems. President Pezeshkian's administration hopes compliance with Financial Action Task Force standards will help stabilize Iran's struggling economy despite opposition from ultra-conservatives concerned about exposing sensitive information regarding Iran's support for regional groups.
UN Sanctions Return Against Iran After Nuclear Negotiations Fail: Global Economic Implications
Sep 28, 2025 10:00 am CST
Comprehensive UN sanctions against Iran have been reinstated after a decade following failed nuclear negotiations with Western powers, triggering significant economic concerns as the Iranian currency hits record lows. While US Secretary of State Marco Rubio urges immediate implementation, European leaders maintain openness to diplomacy despite Russia's refusal to recognize the sanctions' validity. The measures target Iran's nuclear and missile programs amid ongoing regional tensions.