Iran denies deal with US is imminent despite some progress
Summary
Iran says a deal with the US is not close, citing US confusion and Israeli interference as reasons for delays. Iran wants a ceasefire in Lebanon and a deal on shipping fees in the Strait of Hormuz as part of the talks, while the US hopes for progress but faces disagreement on key issues.Key Facts
- Iran denies that a deal with the US is imminent despite some progress in talks.
- Iran wants a ceasefire in Lebanon included in any agreement related to allowing commercial shipping.
- Iran calls fees charged for shipping through the Strait of Hormuz “fees for navigational services,” not tolls.
- US Secretary of State Marco Rubio says talks are ongoing and hopes for a good deal soon.
- President Donald Trump says the deal will be “great and meaningful” or there will be no deal.
- Iran refuses to transfer its stockpile of highly enriched uranium but may negotiate future steps within 60 days.
- US political pressure and opposition in Congress affect the negotiations and plans to release $12 billion in frozen Iranian assets.
- Iran blames Israel for trying to disrupt the deal and highlights talks with Oman on securing safe shipping routes in the Strait of Hormuz.
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