June 14, 2025

Iran cancels nuclear talks following Israeli airstrikes

Nuclear negotiations cancelled following Israeli airstrikes on Iranian facilities

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On Jun. 13, 2025, Israeli airstrikes destroyed the above-ground pilot uranium enrichment plant at Natanz, according to IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi.

Iran’s UN Ambassador Amir Iravani reported that the strikes killed 78 people and wounded over 320.

Israel said its operation also killed nine senior Iranian nuclear scientists.

In retaliation, Iran launched waves of drones and ballistic missiles at Israel, killing three civilians and wounding dozens.

On Jun. 14, 2025, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi confirmed that the sixth round of U.S.–Iran nuclear talks in Muscat, Oman, was cancelled.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian spoke with French President Emmanuel Macron, stating that Iran favors diplomacy but will not yield to pressure.

Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei accused Israel of starting a war, and U.S. President Donald J. Trump warned that any future strikes “would be much worse.”

Iran reported that production at its world’s largest gas field was partly suspended following the Israeli attack.

Iran continues to deny that its uranium enrichment program is intended for weapons development.

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Test Your Knowledge

Which Iranian official confirmed the cancellation of nuclear talks with the U.S.?

Iran launched retaliatory missile and drone strikes against Israel.

Israeli PM Netanyahu pledged to continue attacks for "as many days as it takes."

In which country were the cancelled nuclear talks scheduled to take place?

Name Iran's Supreme Leader who accused Israel of starting a war.

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People, bills, and sources

Abbas Araghchi

Iranian Foreign Minister

Rafael Grossi

Director General, IAEA

Benjamin Netanyahu

Prime Minister of Israel

Steve Witkoff

U.S. Special Envoy for Iran

Masoud Pezeshkian

President of Iran

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei

Supreme Leader of Iran

Donald J. Trump

President of the United States

Emmanuel Macron

President of France

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