Trump Expresses Discomfort Over Iran's Uranium Transfer to Russia and China

WASHINGTON — US President Donald Trump stated on Wednesday (27 May) that he would not agree if Russia or China were to take possession of Iran’s high-enriched uranium stockpile. Trump said he was uncomfortable with the transfer to these two major nations. ‘No, I wouldn’t feel comfortable. That wouldn’t make me comfortable,’ Trump told reporters when asked about the possibility. On 11 May, Trump said Iranian negotiators believed only the US and China were capable of moving the country’s nuclear material. Meanwhile, on 18 April, Russia’s state nuclear corporation Rosatom stated it was ready to assist in transferring enriched uranium from Iran. On Tuesday, Russian UN Ambassador Vassily Nebenzia said Russia was prepared to store Iran’s enriched nuclear material if Tehran requested it as part of an agreement with the US. Iran negotiations: The US-Israel attack on Iran began on 28 February. Uncle Sam launched a joint strike on Iranian territory, resulting in over 3,000 casualties. On 7 April, Washington and Tehran announced a ceasefire. Further talks held in Islamabad concluded without breakthroughs. Although there are no reports of renewed hostilities, Washington has imposed a blockade on Iranian ports and waters.