Iran rejects US-Israel nuclear condition for Middle East peace

Iran has rejected a key US-Israel condition for peace, stating that demands to restrict its uranium enrichment program 'will not succeed' and will be 'disregarded.' Mohammed Eslami, head of Iran's atomic energy organization, declared that US and Israel's requests are 'aspirations that will be disregarded,' positioning Iran against President Trump's 15-point ceasefire proposal which requires complete cessation of uranium enrichment activities.

This disagreement threatens the fragile peace process in the Middle East, as nuclear capabilities remain a major sticking point between Tehran and Washington. Trump insists on complete cessation and removal of Iran's enriched uranium stockpile in return for sanctions relief, while Iran has shown reluctance to negotiate on this condition.

While this is an international development, Nigeria maintains diplomatic relations with both Iran and the US, making it a situation worth monitoring. The stalemate highlights how nuclear disputes can disrupt peace processes and potentially escalate regional tensions, with implications for global security and oil markets.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/04/09/ceasefire-iran-identifies-one-us-israel-condition-thatll-not-happen/