Iran has declared U.S.-led negotiations over its nuclear program \"meaningless\" following a major Israeli military strike, escalating regional tensions and casting doubt on diplomatic progress. The sixth round of talks, scheduled for Sunday in Muscat, now hangs in the balance.
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei accused Washington of enabling Israel\u2019s attack, stating via Tasnim News Agency: \"The other side acted in a way that makes dialogue meaningless. You cannot negotiate while allowing the Zionist regime to target Iran.\" Tehran claims the strike would not have occurred without U.S. approval.
While the U.S. denied involvement in the attack, it urged Iran at the UN Security Council to resume nuclear discussions. President Donald Trump acknowledged prior knowledge of Israel\u2019s plans but maintained optimism about reaching an agreement.
Iran continues to assert its uranium enrichment program is strictly civilian, countering long-standing Israeli allegations of nuclear weapons development. The standoff highlights deepening fractures in Middle East diplomacy as global powers seek to stabilize energy markets and regional security.
