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Negotiations between the U.S. and Iran Were Designed for Failure

Unconventional Discussions Masquerading as Nuclear Negotiations with Iran: A Closer Look by Mike Whitney

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Hidden Details Behind Trump's Alleged Nuclear Negotiations with Iran:
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Negotiations between the U.S. and Iran Were Designed for Failure

US-Iran Nuclear Talks: More a Question of Protocol Than War

Report by David Johnson, Independent Journalist

Contrary to media suggestions, the recent nuclear negotiations between the US and Iran held in Muscat, Oman, were more about establishing diplomatic ground rules than a precursor to war.

Last Saturday's meeting, described as a 'preliminary step' by both Iranian and American delegates, actually lacked a traditional negotiation format. Instead, the US and Iranian teams merely exchanged handwritten messages through an Omani mediator.

In fact, this format issue is crucial for Iran. The Middle Eastern nation insists on adhering to conventional diplomatic protocols, especially in relation to the US' history of threats and coercive tactics.

The 'format' stipulates that:

  1. The US must refrain from making threats or engaging in aggressive behavior.
  2. Iran's missile program, which is within international law, is off-limits for discussion.
  3. Iran's regional allies, including Hamas, Hezbollah, and the Houthis, will not be part of the negotiations.
  4. The US must acknowledge Iran's right to develop nuclear power for peaceful purposes under the terms of the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty (NPT).

Despite the challenges and differences presented, these talks are seen by both sides as a constructive beginning with hopes for further progress[2]. However, the real tests will come when discussions focus on centrifuges, enrichment levels, and inspections.

In the meantime, both Washington and Tehran have expressed optimism[2]. US President Donald Trump, while speaking to reporters, seemed satisfied with the process, stating, "The Iran situation is going pretty good.”

Yet, concerns remain over Trump's commitment to diplomacy, given his history of inflammatory rhetoric regarding Iran. As early as days after the talks, the president made ominous statements about Iran in the Oval Office, reiterating his stance against the country acquiring nuclear weapons[1].

These statements have sparked concerns that the US could be using the talks as a ruse for potential military action, especially in the context of Israel's supportive stance towards a firmer US policy vis-à-vis Iran[1]. So while the talks continue, the possibility of diplomacy or escalation remains a delicate balance.

[1] Press TV, May 22, 2025, <https://www.presstv.com/detail/2025-05-22/668824/IranIran_foreign_minister_Ameri...[2] Iranexpected to resist US plan to move uranium stockpile to third country, May 23, 2025, https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/may/23/iran-expected-to-resist-us-plan-to-move-uranium-stockpile-to-third-country

The community of diplomats is focusing on adhering to traditional protocols in the US-Iran nuclear talks, as Iran insists on maintaining diplomatic norms to avoid a history of threats and coercive tactics from the US. (community, diplomacy, US-Iran Nuclear Talks, politics)

Despite the ongoing talks, concerns persist over the US' commitment to diplomacy, given President Trump's inflammatory rhetoric towards Iran and potential motives for using the talks as a pretext for military action. (politics, US-Iran Nuclear Talks, war-and-conflicts, truth)

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