Iran has signaled it could dilute its highly enriched uranium stocks if all financial sanctions are lifted, marking a potential breakthrough in nuclear negotiations with Washington. Atomic chief Mohammad Eslami stated that diluting uranium enriched to 60% fissile purity depends on comprehensive sanctions relief, representing one of the clearest positions yet from Tehran during talks mediated by Oman.

U.S. and Iranian diplomats held indirect talks last week as tensions remain high following Iran's crackdown on anti-government protests and Washington's military posturing in the region. The United States seeks to reduce Iran's uranium stockpile, estimated at over 440 kg enriched to near-weapons grade levels. President Trump has previously threatened military intervention while simultaneously pursuing diplomatic channels.

Iran maintains its nuclear program serves peaceful purposes and has halted enrichment since U.S. strikes on its facilities. The country continues demanding sanctions relief and asserting its right to enrichment. A close adviser to Supreme Leader Khamenei will visit Oman following the talks, while Iran's president called for balanced negotiations avoiding maximalist positions. The next round of talks remains unscheduled as both sides navigate complex positions on enrichment, sanctions, and regional security concerns.