US and Iran Close on ‘Nuclear Deal’ amid Israel’s Military Plan

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US and Iran Edge Closer to Civilian Nuclear Energy Deal, Involving International Consortium

By TRH News Desk

NEW DELHI, May 29, 2025 – The United States and Iran are reportedly nearing a landmark agreement that would see Iran’s civilian nuclear energy program integrated into an international consortium, marking a potential thaw in decades-long tensions.

Reports said that the US and Iran are close to inking the deal. Yet, reports also stated that Israel could attack Iran anytime to dismantle the nuclear capabilities of Tehran.

Amid growing suspense, CNN claimed in a report that the US is closer to a deal with Iran with an international consortium, as well as inspection of nuclear reactors in Iran by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

Deal Outline
According to Al-Monitor, the proposed agreement involves Iran agreeing to limit its uranium enrichment to 3.67%, well below the 90% threshold for weapons-grade material. This will be in exchange for lifting certain sanctions and integrating its nuclear facilities into a consortium led by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

The consortium would include major powers like Russia, China, and European nations, said the report. It added that the consortium will ensure oversight and technical support for Iran’s civilian nuclear energy projects.

The Jerusalem Post reported that the deal also includes provisions for Iran to export enriched uranium to third countries, reducing its stockpile and addressing proliferation concerns. In return, Iran would receive access to advanced nuclear technology and financial incentives, as noted by The National: “This could be a game-changer for Iran’s energy sector, but the devil is in the details”.

Iran Policy Watch in a post on X said that “The proposed deal is a step towards de-escalation, but Iran’s history of non-compliance raises doubts about its feasibility.”.

Al Jazeera quoted a senior Iranian official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, saying, “This deal could end our economic isolation, but we will not compromise on our sovereign rights.” Meanwhile, The Times of Israel warned, “Israel and Saudi Arabia are likely to oppose any deal that doesn’t fully dismantle Iran’s nuclear capabilities, seeing it as a threat to regional security”.

Regional Implications

The deal’s potential impact on regional dynamics is significant. Asharq Al-Awsat reported that Gulf states are closely watching the negotiations, with some expressing cautious optimism: “A successful deal could reduce tensions, but it must address concerns about Iran’s regional influence”.

It’s not yet clear if a deal between the US and Iran will be acceptable to Israel. Reports quoted intelligence inputs claimed that Israel could attack Iran with just seven hours of notice amid a major military buildup. The relations between Trump and Netanyahu have lately also been far from warm after the exit of Mike Waltz as the National Security Advisor of the US.

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