MP says talks with US have yielded most gains, rejects idea of halting enrichment

A member of Iran’s parliament said negotiations with the United States have so far produced the most benefit for Tehran, despite widespread skepticism about their purpose.

“Based on principles we’ve set for ourselves, we entered negotiations—and they’ve brought us the most gains to date,” said Salar Velayatmadar, a member of the national security committee.

Velayatmadar dismissed calls to suspend uranium enrichment, saying, “Halting enrichment is a fantasy of our enemies. Their predecessors took that dream to the grave, and so will they.”