Iran Open to Nuclear Compromises if US Lifts Sanctions, US Reiterates Red Line

• Iran's Deputy Foreign Minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi signals readiness for nuclear compromises if US discusses sanctions relief.
• US Secretary of State Marco Rubio states Iran will 'never be allowed to have a nuclear weapon' but prefers diplomatic resolution.
• US strengthens military presence in the Middle East, including reports of a second aircraft carrier deployment.
• The 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) collapsed in 2018 after the US withdrew.
• Next round of US-Iran nuclear talks expected in Geneva with US special envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner attending.