Trump says US to recover uranium from Iran, meet for further negotiations 'very soon'

In a significant development, US President Donald Trump has declared that the United States will collaborate with Iran to retrieve enriched uranium, which he described as 'nuclear dust' resulting from prior US and Israeli military actions. This announcement signals a potential shift in relations, aiming to address one of the most contentious issues: Iran's nuclear program.

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We're going to get it together. We're going to go in with Iran, at a nice leisurely pace, and go down and start excavating with big machinery... We'll bring it back to the United States.

Trump's administration has consistently viewed Iran's nuclear ambitions as a primary threat, a stance that fueled the conflict last year. The plan to recover uranium, even in the form of 'nuclear dust,' underscores the US determination to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons. The US will maintain its blockade on Iranian ports until a final agreement is reached, a move that comes after the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

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Behind the scenes, diplomatic efforts appear to be yielding results. A Pakistani source involved in mediating the US-Iran dialogue reported substantial progress in backdoor diplomacy. This has led to expectations of a memorandum of understanding soon, potentially followed by a comprehensive deal within 60 days. This breakthrough is reportedly linked to Iran's agreement to unfreeze billions of dollars in assets as part of the accord to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.

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This developing situation highlights the complex geopolitical landscape of the Middle East. While the US pursues a policy of pressure and negotiation, there are indications of a willingness from both sides to find common ground. The recovery of uranium and the potential unfreezing of assets represent tangible steps that could reshape regional stability and international relations concerning Iran's nuclear program.

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I think the deal will go very quickly. We're getting along very well with Iran.