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US – Iran: Talks Amid Threats and Military Preparations

Published February 16, 2026, 12:04
US – Iran: Talks Amid Threats and Military Preparations

The US and Iran continue negotiations in Geneva, while simultaneously escalating military threats and preparations. Iran states that it desires a fair agreement but will not succumb to threats. Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi emphasized that discussion of the nuclear issue is linked to the lifting of US sanctions. B. Netanyahu, representing Israel's position, sets strict conditions for an agreement, such as Iran abandoning all enriched material, dismantling enrichment infrastructure, and resolving the issue of ballistic missiles. He also demands continuous inspection of Tehran's nuclear program. Trump stated that no definitive agreement has been reached but talks are ongoing. Simultaneously, the US is bolstering its military presence in the region, with the deployment of a second aircraft carrier to the Persian Gulf, laying the groundwork for potential protracted war. The situation remains tense, with the outcome of the negotiations uncertain. The aggressive rhetoric and military moves suggest an escalating conflict, while reaching a settlement appears to depend on all parties' ability to find common ground and avoid further escalation of the crisis.