Mike Waltz, identified as the US ambassador, said Washington proposed selling uranium to Iran for use in a civilian nuclear programme, but that Tehran refused to accept an arrangement in which the fuel would be provided by the United States.
Waltz’s comments, reported by Al Jazeera, framed the offer as a direct supply of uranium from the United States to meet Iran’s stated civilian needs. He said Iran would not agree to the arrangement, without further elaboration on the timing, terms or forum in which the proposal was made.
Officials and analysts often view such supply arrangements as potential confidence-building measures intended to reduce incentives for domestic enrichment, which has been a focal point of international concern. Waltz’s description suggests Washington had sought a bilateral or coordinated arrangement to address those concerns, but that Tehran rejected the specific proposal.
The report did not indicate whether Iranian authorities immediately responded to Waltz’s claim, nor did it provide details about how the offer would have been implemented or supervised. The account adds to ongoing diplomatic discussion about how to manage Iran’s nuclear activities and the wider international community’s attempts to prevent proliferation while addressing civilian energy needs.
Further reporting would be required to confirm the full particulars of the US offer and to learn whether other parties — including international agencies or regional actors — were involved in or informed of the proposal. For now, the exchange as described by Waltz underscores the persistent friction between Washington and Tehran over nuclear transparency and controls.