Washington and Iran Continue Nuclear Deal Talks in Geneva

Negotiations between the U.S. and Iran over a nuclear agreement are set to resume on Thursday.

Published on Feb. 23, 2026

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Officials say that a nuclear deal will be the subject of negotiations between Washington and Iran on Thursday in Geneva. Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are set to meet with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi following the expected delivery of a new proposal from Iran on Tuesday. The U.S. has indicated it is ready to meet in Geneva to start detailed negotiations if Iran provides a draft proposal.

Why it matters

The ongoing nuclear talks between the U.S. and Iran are a critical part of efforts to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons and reduce tensions between the two countries. The negotiations have significant geopolitical implications, as a successful deal could improve relations and stability in the region.

The details

According to reports, Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi is expected to finish a new draft proposal by Monday, which will then be the subject of negotiations between U.S. and Iranian officials in Geneva on Thursday. Araghchi has stated that Iran does not need a military buildup and that any U.S. attack would prompt Iran to retaliate by hitting American bases in the region, though he noted Iran's missiles cannot reach the U.S. mainland.

  • The negotiations are scheduled for Thursday, February 27, 2026.
  • Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi is expected to deliver a new draft proposal by Monday, February 24, 2026.

The players

Steve Witkoff

An American real estate developer who will be participating in the nuclear deal negotiations.

Jared Kushner

An American businessman and former senior advisor to President Trump who will be participating in the nuclear deal negotiations.

Abbas Araghchi

The Foreign Minister of Iran who will be leading the Iranian delegation in the nuclear deal negotiations.

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What they’re saying

“If the U.S. attacks us, then we have every right to defend ourselves. Our missiles cannot hit the American soil. So obviously we have to do something else. We have to hit, you know, the Americans' base in the region.”

— Abbas Araghchi, Iranian Foreign Minister (CBS News)

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The takeaway

The ongoing nuclear negotiations between the U.S. and Iran are a critical diplomatic effort to address concerns over Iran's nuclear program and reduce tensions between the two countries. The talks have significant geopolitical implications, and the outcome could impact regional stability and global security.