US demands Iran shut down three major nuclear sites during Geneva talks

GENEVA — The United States has pressed Iran to dismantle its key nuclear infrastructure during a third round of talks held in Geneva in February 2026, as tensions rise over Tehran’s nuclear program.

According to details emerging from the talks, Washington has called for the closure and destruction of Iran’s three main nuclear facilities — Fordow, Natanz, and Isfahan — which form the backbone of the country’s enrichment activities.

The United States also demanded that Iran transfer all of its enriched uranium out of the country, proposing that the material be handed over to U.S. custody permanently.

U.S. negotiators further pushed for a comprehensive agreement with no expiration date, seeking to eliminate so-called “sunset clauses” and ensure Iran cannot resume nuclear enrichment in the future. Officials reiterated a “zero enrichment” policy, allowing only minimal levels of nuclear activity for medical purposes.

Iran has firmly rejected the proposals, describing them as unacceptable and a violation of its sovereignty. A foreign ministry spokesperson said Tehran would not agree to dismantle its nuclear facilities or surrender its enriched uranium, insisting on its right to peaceful nuclear technology.

The talks come amid escalating pressure, with Donald Trump warning that failure to reach a deal could lead to military action. Reports also indicate that the United States has increased its military presence in the Middle East, underscoring the high stakes surrounding the negotiations.

GAROWE ONLINE