Iran’s Khamenei refuses uranium transfer proposal amid US talks

According to reports, Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei rejected the proposal after consultations within Iran’s leadership and security establishment. Sources said Iranian authorities believe sending uranium stockpiles abroad could weaken the country’s position in the event of possible future attacks or regional conflict.

The reported decision is being viewed as part of Iran’s broader national security and defence strategy at a time when tensions in the Middle East remain sensitive. International reports suggested that the issue of enriched uranium has become one of the key points in ongoing negotiations between Iran and the United States.

Earlier reports claimed that US President Donald Trump wanted Iran’s uranium reserves to be transferred outside the country as part of a possible agreement framework. According to reports, Trump had also assured Israel that efforts would be made to relocate Iran’s enriched uranium stockpiles abroad during negotiations.

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However, Iran’s latest refusal has now created fresh uncertainty over whether both sides can move closer to a final agreement. Diplomatic observers believe the disagreement over uranium reserves could become one of the biggest obstacles in the current phase of talks between Tehran and Washington.

Analysts say Iran appears determined to protect what it considers a strategic asset, while the United States and its allies continue pushing for stronger restrictions on Iran’s nuclear activities. They also believe the latest development shows how fragile the negotiation process remains despite continued diplomatic contacts between both sides.