U.S. Media: U.S. Demands Iran Suspend Uranium Enrichment for 20 Years, Iran Hopes for Shorter Suspension Period

Odaily News According to a report from the AXIOS website, a U.S. official and a knowledgeable source revealed that during negotiations held in Islamabad last weekend, the United States proposed that Iran accept a 20-year suspension of uranium enrichment. The Iranian side, however, proposed a shorter, single-digit year duration. Sources stated that the U.S. demand for a suspension of uranium enrichment is a key topic in these marathon negotiations. "The U.S. side proposed at least a 20-year suspension, with various other restrictions attached," said a source familiar with the situation. The United States also demanded that Iran remove all highly enriched uranium from the country. The Iranian side stated that they are willing to accept a "monitored downblending process" for these materials. (Jin10)