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European and Iranian diplomats meet for nuclear talks as war escalates
What Happened
Iran and European diplomats have begun urgent nuclear talks in Geneva, as Israel ramps up airstrikes on Iranian military and nuclear sites. Israeli missiles have reportedly hit dozens of targets, including the Arak reactor and Natanz enrichment site. The move comes after Iran was accused of nearing weapons-grade uranium levels—something Tehran denies.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is meeting counterparts from the UK, France, Germany and the EU. The diplomatic effort follows warnings from US President Trump that he will decide “within two weeks” whether to launch US strikes. Iran has refused to negotiate with the US while Israeli bombardments continue, despite what it says are repeated American requests for talks.
What Next
Talks in Geneva are seen as a last-ditch attempt to prevent a wider regional war. The UK’s David Lammy said there is a “window for diplomacy,” but warned Iran must prove it’s serious about nuclear compliance. The US may target Iran’s Fordow nuclear site if diplomacy fails, using bunker-buster bombs no other nation possesses.
The UN Security Council will meet again, amid calls for international restraint. But with casualties mounting and nuclear facilities under fire, the window for talks may be closing fast.