Iran’s ex-diplomat and former nuclear negotiator Hossein Mousavian in an article wrote that ramping up uranium enrichment was an inevitable response to US moves, saying a resolution is possible if the president changes course.
“Iran will never Give in to Bullying: Former Nuclear Negotiator;” July 8, 2019. IRNA
Iran has no reason to talk to a hostile, war-mongering administration which may lose power very soon.
“Iran Will Wait for Trump to Lose Power” Seyyed Hossein Mousavian, Al-Jazeera. September 28, 2018
This brings about threats and opportunities for Iran, the Iranian policymaker says. “The 38-year history of the Islamic Republic shows that it has performed well in the face of threats but acted weakly in putting to use its opportunities,” Mousavian stated.
“Iran’s dos and don’ts under Trump,” Iranian Diplomacy, November 13, 2016.