US and Iranian negotiators are poised to meet in Geneva after Tehran submits a detailed nuclear proposal. Officials describe the talks as potentially the last diplomatic window before the Trump administration considers military action, though interim arrangements remain possible.
Summary:
US and Iranian negotiators expected to meet in Geneva Thursday
Trump administration awaiting detailed Iranian nuclear proposal by Tuesday
Officials describe diplomacy as potentially the “last chance” before military action
US position remains “zero enrichment,” but token enrichment reportedly discussed
Interim agreement possible while broader deal negotiated
Iranian leadership yet to formally sign off on draft proposal
US and Iranian negotiators are expected to meet in Geneva on Thursday to review a detailed Iranian proposal aimed at reviving nuclear diplomacy, according to reporting by Axios. A senior US official said the Trump administration expects to receive Tehran’s draft plan by Tuesday, setting the stage for what officials describe as a critical moment in the talks.
The diplomatic push comes amid heightened tension. US officials cited by Axios say this round may represent the final opportunity President Donald Trump is prepared to grant before considering a large-scale US-Israeli military operation. Such an operation could reportedly extend to direct targeting of Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Face the Nation that he expects to meet US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner in Geneva. Both advisers have reportedly encouraged Trump to give diplomacy a final opportunity before authorising military action.
According to Axios, the US is seeking a comprehensive written proposal from Tehran outlining how any deal would prevent pathways to a nuclear weapon. Washington’s official position remains “zero enrichment” of uranium on Iranian soil. However, US officials indicated they would review a proposal that includes limited or “token enrichment” provided it demonstrably blocks weaponisation routes.
Araghchi said the draft is still being finalised and requires approval from Iran’s political leadership. He suggested discussions in Geneva could move quickly toward drafting agreed text, potentially opening the door to a fast-tracked arrangement. US officials also confirmed the possibility of negotiating an interim agreement while working toward a broader nuclear framework.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said recent talks had yielded “encouraging signals,” though he added Tehran is prepared for “any potential scenario.”
