Nournews: Amid ongoing indirect talks between Iran and the U.S., mediated by Oman, and following comments by American officials stressing the need to dismantle Iran’s uranium enrichment program, the Supreme Leader of the Islamic Republic issued a stern and clear warning this morning during a ceremony commemorating Martyr Raisi and the victims of the May plane crash. He firmly condemned the arrogant and excessive positions taken by the American side.
This position was expressed at a time when the U.S. President and other officials have openly stated in recent days that any agreement with Iran would only be possible if Iran fully halts its enrichment program—an expectation clearly exceeding the rights granted under the NPT (Non-Proliferation Treaty).
Addressing U.S. officials during the memorial ceremony, the Leader stated: “They should avoid talking nonsense. Saying ‘we don’t allow Iran to enrich uranium’ is an overstep. No one is waiting for others' permission. The Islamic Republic has a policy, it has a method, and it pursues its own path.”
These remarks not only reflect a principled and unwavering stance in defense of Iran’s nuclear rights, but also show a deep understanding of the true nature of the opposing side’s demands.
The Leader also announced that in the future, he will explain to the people the real reason behind the West’s insistence on halting Iran’s enrichment program: “At another time, I will explain to the Iranian nation why they insist on stopping enrichment in Iran—why the Westerners, Americans, and others insist so strongly that there should be no enrichment in Iran.”
This promise suggests that the Islamic Republic intends to foster transparency and prepare the public for a firm and strategic confrontation with U.S. overreach in the ongoing talks.
The truth is, the West’s insistence—especially by the U.S.—on a complete halt to enrichment is not solely about nuclear concerns. Rather, it is part of a long-term strategy to contain Iran’s national power. Eliminating enrichment capability would mean removing a strategic pillar of Iran’s scientific and technological independence. Therefore, the Leader’s firm response is not just a diplomatic statement, but a national strategy to safeguard Iran’s sovereignty.
Statements like that of Steve Witkoff, who claimed the U.S. “cannot accept even 1% of Iran’s enrichment capacity” and that “we will not allow a bomb to reach here,” clearly reflect the same hegemonic mindset aimed at imposing Western-defined security dynamics onto the region. This is despite repeated affirmations by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) that Iran’s nuclear program has shown no sign of deviation and is strictly for peaceful purposes.
By using the phrase “overstepping bounds,” the Supreme Leader essentially drew the Islamic Republic’s definitive red line against nuclear blackmail. Any potential agreement must respect this red line. This was not only a political message to the American side but also a clear signal to Iran’s negotiating team: there must be no retreat from the country’s legitimate and established nuclear rights.
At a time when the U.S., following Donald Trump’s visit to the region, is trying to weaken Iran’s regional position by creating false dichotomies, the Supreme Leader’s swift and decisive warning serves as a strategic intervention—aimed at redirecting the negotiation process and guiding national decision-making structures.
In conclusion, the Supreme Leader’s recent warning contains several critical messages:
The Islamic Republic will never surrender its nuclear rights under pressure.
The negotiation structure must remain alert to deceptive or seemingly neutral proposals that are in fact orchestrated by the U.S.
Talks will only be legitimate if they uphold the dignity, wisdom, and national interest of the Iranian system.
Under the current conditions, the negotiating team must manage the talks based on the clear principles laid out by the Supreme Leader, ensuring that the outcome restores Iran’s full rights and lifts unlawful sanctions—instead of institutionalizing restrictions.
Any agreement based on "denying Iran enrichment capabilities," as the Leader has clearly stated, is fundamentally rejected and should not be considered within the country’s strategic calculations.
This path forward can only be pursued through firm resistance and a strategy of strength.
NOURNEWS