Iran asserts right to enrich uranium

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman, Ismael Baqaei, has declared that Iran retains the right to continue enriching uranium to levels necessary for its national requirements. This statement comes amid ongoing international negotiations and heightened regional tensions. It reinforces Iran's position that its nuclear program is a sovereign right, even as the United States maintains pressure and a naval blockade. The assertion directly addresses a core point of contention in diplomatic talks concerning the scope and future of Iran's nuclear activities.