Tehran Ready to Abandon Uranium Enrichment but Seeks a Face-Saving Solution

A senior Iranian diplomat revealed in an interview that Iran's military and political leadership is prepared to abandon uranium enrichment in order to preserve the regime. "But we need a face-saving solution," said the diplomat, who requested anonymity. "The true top priority for the Supreme Leader and our government is survival. The ongoing attacks and counterattacks between Israel and Iran will inevitably weaken our military, security forces, economy, public morale, and ultimately our government." "The military and the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps will inevitably lose control of the situation, and no one knows what will happen next. We do not want to repeat the fate of Saddam Hussein. We are ready to negotiate." Like many Iranian diplomats, this official previously served in Iran's intelligence services. (IranWire)