- Negotiators from the US and Iran met in Geneva for talks on Iran's nuclear programme, with both sides indicating positive developments despite significant initial disagreements.
- The US administration's demands included Iran surrendering all enriched uranium, ceasing enrichment, and destroying three key nuclear sites, in return for future sanctions relief.
- Analysts suggest Iran is unlikely to agree to these terms without immediate and substantial sanctions relief, citing a deep lack of trust in the US administration's commitments.
- Reports reveal the US administration is privately exploring military options, from targeted strikes to a broader operation aimed at regime change, if diplomatic solutions fail.
- Public support for US military action in Iran remains low, and while Congress shows bipartisan concern for Iranian protesters, some Democrats oppose efforts to restrict the president's power to launch strikes.
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