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'Back and forth' delays Iran deal, White House says agreement still not sealed: Report

The White House said a potential agreement with Iran to end the ongoing conflict is not yet finalized and could still take several days, as negotiations remain incomplete and fragile. Senior United States officials cautioned that while progress has been made, key details are still being debated and the deal could collapse if final approvals are not secured from Iran's leadership, including Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei.

The proposed framework would see the United States lift its naval blockade in exchange for Iran reopening the Strait of Hormuz and taking steps to limit its nuclear program. Discussions continue over how Iran would dispose of its enriched uranium stockpile, with Washington seeking a broad commitment to halt enrichment. Sanctions relief would be tied directly to Iran's nuclear concessions, and frozen funds would not be released without concrete action.

Iranian officials have said they are prepared to reassure the world that they are not seeking nuclear weapons but insist they will not compromise on national interests. Talks are focused on finalizing a 14 clause memorandum of understanding aimed at ending hostilities, though disagreements remain over maritime restrictions and access to frozen assets. Israeli leaders, who have been closely consulted, remain skeptical that Iran's supreme leader will ultimately approve the agreement.

Original article source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/world/middle-east/back-and-forth-delays-iran-deal-white-house-says-agreement-still-not-sealed-report/articleshow/131299663.cms
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