Iran says it would resume U.S. nuclear talks if sanctions are lifted

Iran’s nuclear chief says Tehran is willing to return to talks with the United States, but only if sanctions are removed first. The remarks come as diplomatic efforts around Iran’s nuclear program continue amid years of stalled negotiations and deep mistrust between the two sides.

The statement underscores Tehran’s long-standing demand for sanctions relief as a condition for meaningful progress. For many Iranians, however, the broader issue remains the severe economic pressure caused by sanctions, mismanagement, and government policies that have weakened daily life and limited opportunity.

Any renewed diplomacy will face major obstacles, including disputes over Iran’s nuclear activities, enforcement mechanisms, and the extent of sanctions relief Washington could offer. Even so, the latest comments suggest both sides are still testing whether a path back to negotiations is possible.

For ordinary Iranians, the stakes are practical as much as political: jobs, inflation, access to goods, and the country’s deeper isolation all remain tied to the outcome of any future deal.