US-Israeli Strike on Iran's Nuclear Facilities Looms Large Amid Diplomatic Impasse

Published on 5.23.25

  The escalating tensions between the US and Iran over nuclear disarmament have reached a critical point, with Israel's potential strike on Iranian nuclear facilities becoming increasingly likely. The Israeli military is preparing for a possible attack if negotiations fail to yield a diplomatic deal. Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has expressed doubts about the success of these negotiations, calling US demands to stop uranium enrichment "excessive and outrageous". This sentiment is echoed by Israel's Prime Minister Netanyahu, who feels "between a rock and a hard place" due to the diplomatic impasse. The US administration fears that Israeli military preparations may be indicative of a potential strike. According to sources, including Axios and CNN, Washington is concerned that Netanyahu may act unilaterally without prior approval from the US. The recent strikes on Iran's missile production facilities have left the regime vulnerable since its 1979 Islamic Revolution, adding to the sense of urgency in the negotiations. The talks between Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and Stephen Witkoff, representing the American side, are ongoing, but the lack of progress has raised concerns about the likelihood of a military confrontation.

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