Iranian foreign minister says deal with U.S. "never been closer"
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Iranian foreign minister says deal with U.S. "never been closer"
Summary:
- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the potential deal with the U.S. to extend the ceasefire, reopen the Strait of Hormuz, and begin negotiations on Iran’s nuclear program is at its closest point yet.
- The comments come as mediator-led efforts (notably by Pakistan) indicate an agreement text has been reached, with next steps under discussion.
- U.S. President Trump publicly criticized Iranian state media disclosures and suggested a deal could be signed s
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