As the U.S. prepares for high-stakes nuclear talks with Iran, significant discrepancies have emerged regarding the nature of the discussions. While President Trump insists that the meetings will be direct, Iranian officials have asserted that they will only occur indirectly. Analysts note that both nations remain substantially apart on key issues, raising questions about the viability of reaching an agreement. Amid rising tensions, Trump has emphasized the need for a deal that surpasses the previous agreements, while Iran maintains its stance that its nuclear program cannot be dismantled. As regional threats loom and military readiness is heightened, the prospect of diplomacy seems fraught with challenges. The divergent positions on whether the talks are direct or indirect reflect deeper underlying tensions and skepticism from Iran regarding U.S. intentions.