High-Stakes Nuclear Talks Await in Geneva

Iran anticipates difficult discussions with European powers in Geneva, addressing the nuclear dispute and regional crises. Russia and China will be updated next week on the results. If a roadmap with France, Britain, and Germany is finalized, the U.S. will decide the 2015 nuclear deal's fate.

As Iran prepares for potentially challenging discussions with European powers in Geneva this Friday, a senior Iranian official has indicated that the talks will be intense and consequential. The nuclear dispute, intertwined with regional crises and Tehran's military collaboration with Russia, will dominate the agenda.

The official emphasized that the outcome of these discussions with France, Britain, and Germany could significantly impact the future of the region. A finalized roadmap on solving the nuclear dispute might place the United States in a pivotal position, determining whether to revive or nullify the 2015 nuclear accord.

Looking ahead to the diplomatic ripple effects, Russia and China are set to receive briefings on the talks' outcomes next week, highlighting the global interest in the geopolitical implications of this meeting.

(With inputs from agencies.)