Deal with US not imminent, Iran says
Iran has said a deal with the United States is not imminent. The statement comes as Trump continues to push for a peace agreement. Signals from the two sides differ, and the process is being watched cautiously.
Iran has said a deal with the United States is not imminent. According to Iranian officials, key issues in the talks have yet to be resolved. The statement came as Trump continues to push for a possible peace agreement.
Messages from the two sides differ. While the US side stresses that talks are ongoing, Trump signalled to his negotiators 'not to rush'. Security tensions in the region and the exchange of statements underline how fragile the process is.
Eyes are on whether the talks turn into a concrete agreement. Expectations about the prospect of a deal are also affecting energy markets. Developments should be followed closely in line with the parties' own statements; independent verification is at times difficult.
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