Could diplomatic sparks finally fly between Iran and the U.S.? Iran's First Vice President Mohammad-Reza Aref just dropped a major hint: Direct nuclear negotiations might happen—but only if Washington plays fair. 🕊️
"Equal Conditions or No Deal"
Aref told reporters in Tehran that Iran won't accept one-sided demands, comparing forced negotiations to "feigning sleep" 😴. His message? The U.S. needs to ditch its "zero enrichment" stance—which he called "a big joke"—and approach talks as equals.
From Indirect Talks to Missile Strikes 💥
Tensions exploded in June 2025 when Israel launched airstrikes on Iranian nuclear sites, followed by U.S. bombings at Natanz and other facilities. Iran retaliated with drone attacks, triggering a 12-day conflict that only cooled after a June 24 ceasefire.
Ceasefire & Stalled Negotiations ⏸️
Despite the pause in fighting, Washington keeps demanding Iran halt all uranium enrichment—a non-starter for Tehran. With both sides stuck in a "trust fall" without the trust, Aref's latest comments suggest diplomacy isn't dead… yet.
One thing's clear: This geopolitical rollercoaster 🎢 has everyone watching for the next twist. Will cooler heads prevail? 🌡️
