From Indiatimes · Yashasvi Vasistha · · 2m
US Offers $20 Million Reward for Iran Nuclear Info
US offers $20 million reward for Iran nuclear program details.
In brief
US offers $20 million reward for Iran nuclear program details. US Central Command offers up to $20 million for information on Iran's nuclear facilities, equipment and personnel. Originally reported by Indiatimes.
US Reward Program
US Central Command announced a $20 million reward for information on Iran's nuclear program including facilities, equipment and personnel.
“Rewards for Justice is offering a reward of up to $20 million and possible relocation for information about Iran’s nuclear program, including its facilities, equipment, and associated personnel, such as those in the scientific community, or the movement of any of the above”
Program Background
The Rewards for Justice program was established in 1984 under the State Department's national security rewards initiative.
Iran's IAEA Compliance
Iran's lack of compliance with IAEA safeguards obligations has led to loss of 'continuity of knowledge' regarding nuclear components.
Trump's Stance
Trump stated Iran wants a deal to end the conflict and claims military actions have damaged Iran's economy and military.
“We're dealing with them now. They want to make a deal very badly”
Military Action
US conducted limited strikes on Iranian air defense systems targeting one anti-aircraft device.
“minor”
Iranian Response
Iran reported two explosions in Qeshm Island's Suza area after US strikes.
Qatar Mediation
Qatar proposed two-day trust-building measures including lifting US blockade and releasing frozen funds.
Iran's Conditions
Iran demands end to US blockade, sanctions lifting, asset unfreezing and end to regional hostilities before nuclear talks.
Diplomatic Contacts
US and Iran officials held calls to discuss nuclear negotiations and ceasefire agreements.
IAEA Uranium Levels
Iran has 440.9 kg of uranium enriched to 60 per cent purity, a short step from weapons-grade levels.
US-Iran Strikes
US military strikes on Iran occurred after Trump's party lost both chambers of Congress in midterm elections.
Iran's Nuclear Claims
Iran maintains its nuclear program is peaceful and has no weapons intentions.
US Military Claims
US claims military actions have effectively destroyed Iran's nuclear program.
“If we didn't hit iran, you wouldn't have israel today. If they had nuclear, they would have used nuclear. They would have obliterated the middle east”
Pickaxe Mountain
US targets Pickaxe Mountain in central Iran, a suspected nuclear site denied by Tehran.
“the so-called pickaxe mountain in central iran”
Iran's Negotiation Stance
Iran refuses to enter nuclear negotiations until US meets Tehran's conditions.
US-Iran Diplomacy
US and Iran continue diplomatic efforts to end the eight-month conflict through negotiations.
What it means
US Central Command offers up to $20 million for information on Iran's nuclear facilities, equipment and personnel.
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