Iran open to uranium talks but rejects ‘zero enrichment’ demand

A senior Iranian official has told Reuters that Tehran is prepared to discuss limits on its uranium enrichment programme, but made clear that demands for “zero enrichment” are off the table.

“Such a demand would be undoubtedly rejected, especially now, under Israel’s attacks,” the official said on Friday.

While Iran currently refuses to engage directly with the United States, the official stressed that it sees a growing role for European powers - particularly the E3 group of Britain, France, and Germany.

“We need to hear the E3’s initiative on the nuclear issue,” the official added, suggesting that any progress will depend on Europe's diplomatic approach amid rising regional tensions.