Washington: US President Donald Trump reiterated his commitment to a diplomatic resolution regarding Iran's nuclear ambitions, asserting that under no circumstances will Tehran be allowed to develop a nuclear weapon. During his 2026 State of the Union address, Trump highlighted the ongoing negotiations with Iran, emphasizing his preference for a peaceful solution while maintaining a firm stance against allowing Iran to become a nuclear-armed state.

According to Anadolu Agency, Iran has expressed its willingness to resume nuclear talks with the United States, aiming for a fair and equitable deal swiftly. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced that negotiations will continue in Geneva under Omani mediation, with both sides having previously reached guiding principles in earlier talks in Muscat and Geneva. The next round of discussions is scheduled for Thursday, where Tehran seeks to build on the progress made during previous negotiations.

Meanwhile, the international community is responding to other global conflicts. The UN General Assembly adopted a resolution calling for a ceasefire in Ukraine as the war enters its fourth year. The resolution, presented by Ukraine and co-sponsored by 46 countries, urges a comprehensive peace and highlights the humanitarian impacts of the conflict. Russia voted against the resolution, while the United States abstained.

In a related development, the UK announced its largest sanctions package against Russia to date, targeting vital revenue streams and military suppliers. This move comes in response to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and is part of international efforts to apply pressure on Russia to seek peace.

Additionally, the Trump administration's new global tariff policy, which imposes a 10% surcharge on non-exempt imported goods, took effect. This tariff policy aims to bolster US economic interests while negotiations continue on various international trade fronts.