An Iranian official stated that progress has been recorded in negotiations with the United States, despite significant disagreements that continue to exist. According to the official, the two sides have taken some steps toward rapprochement as the expiration of the two-month ceasefire approaches on April 22. However, he emphasized that serious issues remain open, mainly regarding Tehran’s nuclear ambitions.
He added that the visit of Pakistan’s army chief, Asim Munir, to Iran contributed to reducing certain differences between Tehran and Washington, increasing the chances of extending the ceasefire and resuming talks.
White House Press Secretary Caroline Leavitt praised Pakistan yesterday for its role in the negotiations and stated that talks with Iran were “productive,” adding that they are likely to take place again in Islamabad.
The differences between the two sides regarding Iran’s nuclear ambitions concern the fact that the US does not want Tehran to enrich uranium for 20 years, according to a regional official cited by the Associated Press.
“Both sides understand the only way they can finish this war without a massive escalation is through talking.”
Sky News understands negotiations between the U.S. and Iran are likely to resume in Pakistan next week, following a previous round of talks in Islamabad last week.… pic.twitter.com/7D0fMnx1bT
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Tehran desires the right to uranium enrichment, at least to some degree, offering instead to stop for five years, reports SkyNews. Iran maintains that its nuclear program is intended for non-military use, despite Trump’s claims that Tehran seeks to build nuclear weapons.
