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The idea of shipping enriched uranium out of Iran for conversion to fuel rods was posited as one possible compromise to ensure that Iran retains some enrichment capability while significantly reducing the risk of nuclear weaponization.
Understanding the Stakes and Considerations
As the conversation drew to a close, the expert reiterated the necessity of candid conversations between U.S. and Iranian officials to explore how a deal might be negotiated. Such discussions would need to navigate the various perceived incentives and priorities of the Iranian leadership, particularly in light of the Supreme Leader's commitment to maintaining Iran’s revolutionary fervor, even at the potential expense of economic stability.