US and Iran offer conflicting accounts on nuclear deal progress
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Statements from the United States and Iran present contradictory versions regarding a potential nuclear agreement and regional tensions. Washington suggests rapid progress towards a deal and a possible meeting this weekend. US President Donald Trump claims Iran has agreed to indefinitely suspend its nuclear program without recovering frozen funds, stating that essential points of an agreement are "finalized" and a conclusion could come very quickly. He even mentioned the possibility of direct discussions with Tehran this weekend, implying a meeting between delegations could occur in the coming days. Trump assured that no major sticking points remain and an agreement could be sealed "within a day or two." He also mentioned a possible trip to Pakistan for the signing of an agreement, though this scenario lacks official confirmation. In contrast, Iranian authorities have issued a firm denial. Esmaeil Baghaei, spokesperson for the Iranian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, rejected any idea of transferring enriched uranium stockpiles, stating these materials "will never leave Iranian soil." Tehran also accuses Washington of repeated contradictions and misinformation. Iranian officials believe American statements are "riddled with contradictions and lies," interpreting these positions as a sign of weakening American strategy. Regarding the Strait of Hormuz, Iran asserts that managing maritime traffic is exclusively within its authority and cannot be influenced by public statements or so
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