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US Iran nuclear talks stall as Tehran refuses concessions

Photography & Words by Eleanor Cross April 12, 2026 1 MIN READ
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US Iran nuclear talks reach impasse

After marathon sessions in Vienna, both delegations walked away without a pact. Tehran remained firm on its enrichment program, refusing to curtail any capability that could be linked to nuclear weapons.

‘Iran will not sacrifice its sovereign right to a robust nuclear option,’ JD Vance told reporters, citing the administration’s disappointment.

The United States, represented by senior officials, warned that the stalemate could ↓ 12% increase regional tensions, a point echoed by Reuters. Analysts at AP News note that the failure may delay any lift of sanctions, tightening economic pressure on Tehran. Without a breakthrough, the diplomatic runway narrows. Stakeholders remain on edge as both sides reassess next moves. Correction: An earlier dispatch misstated the date of the talks as March 15; the correct date was March 14.

Intel provided by: Eleanor Cross
Chief Washington Correspondent
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