Donald Trump has been clear: he will make no concessions to Iran and anticipates that the Asian country knows what is coming. In an interview, the US president mentioned a possible moratorium on uranium enrichment but ruled out any agreement for now. Meanwhile, Pakistan is leading the dialogue after the April 8 ceasefire, although differences between the parties are stalling a second round of negotiations.
Uranium and nuclear technology as the key piece of the conflict 🛢️
Uranium enrichment is the technical core of the disagreement. Iran possesses IR-6 and IR-9 centrifuges, capable of reaching purity levels of 60%, very close to the 90% needed for weapons use. Gas centrifuge technology is the main method, and any moratorium would involve verifying the cessation of operations at plants like Natanz or Fordow. Without IAEA inspections, control is nearly impossible.
Trump tightens, but doesn't pull the trigger 🤷
Trump says he's making no concessions, but he's also not giving details. It's like when your boss says something serious is going to happen and then goes silent. Iran must be making internal bets: bombing, sanctions, or an angry tweet? Meanwhile, Pakistan is acting as a mediator, which is like putting a neighbor in charge of resolving a fight between two people who have already broken the vase. At least no one has launched the first missile.