Transfer of enriched uranium abroad unacceptable: Iran

Iran said Friday that transferring its enriched uranium abroad is “unacceptable” after US President Donald Trump said Washington will “get” Iran's stockpile of enriched uranium.

The Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baqaei, said: “A deal is achievable if our rights and interests are secured.”

Baqaei said that compensation for damages inflicted on the country would be an important element in negotiations, reported state broadcaster IRIB.

He also warned that Iran would take reciprocal measures if the other side fails to uphold its commitments.

Separately, the spokesperson said contradictory statements by US officials regarding the Strait of Hormuz reflect “confusion,” stressing that decisions about the waterway are determined by realities on the ground, not media narratives.

He added that civilian vessel traffic through the strait is permitted following recent regional developments, in line with decisions by relevant Iranian authorities.

Earlier, Trump on Friday said Washington will “get” Iran's stockpile of enriched uranium, which he has been calling 'dust,' without giving Tehran any funds.

Baqaei also highlighted that the Islamabad meeting clarified common ground and redlines, adding that there is “no ambiguity in negotiations.”