Iran denies agreement to hand over highly enriched uranium stockpile as US claims deal progress
Iran has denied any agreement to transfer its stockpile of highly enriched uranium, contradicting claims made by US President Donald Trump. This denial has added uncertainty to ongoing diplomatic talks between the two nations. The situation highlights the significant disagreements over uranium enrichment timelines and the potential implications for global markets.
- ▪Iran's Foreign Ministry stated that the enriched uranium would not be transferred anywhere.
- ▪The US and Iran have fundamental disagreements regarding the duration of a uranium enrichment pause.
- ▪Prediction markets reacted to Iran's denial, lowering the probability of a uranium handover by the end of 2026.
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