Iran’s enriched uranium re-emerges as a point of contention in US talks

Renewed diplomatic efforts to end the US-Israel war on Iran are again running up against Tehran’s nuclear programme. A June memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran focused on reopening the Strait of Hormuz and said Iran must not acquire or develop nuclear weapons, but the sides failed to reach a comprehensive deal within 60 days. Tehran says uranium enrichment is a right under the Non-Proliferation Treaty, while Donald Trump demands zero enrichment; Benjamin Netanyahu has reiterated his pledge to topple Iran’s government. US Vice President JD Vance appeared to signal possible concessions, as Qatar and Pakistan pursue mediation.