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US-Iran nuclear talks saw progress on key issues before recent strikes: report

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  • US-Iran nuclear negotiations reportedly made progress on key issues before recent strikes.
  • US officials indicated that talks moved beyond the Strait of Hormuz to focus on four main areas of Iran's nuclear program.
  • Despite recent US strikes on Iran, US officials believe a "very good" deal is still possible.

Negotiations between the United States and Iran concerning Iran's nuclear program saw progress on several significant issues in the days leading up to recent strikes, according to The New York Times.

US officials told the Times that discussions have advanced beyond deliberations on the Strait of Hormuz. Diplomats are reportedly narrowing their focus to four key areas related to Iran's nuclear activities. These include a potential 15-year suspension of Iranian uranium enrichment, dilution of already enriched uranium, dismantlement of nuclear facilities, and expanded international inspections.

US President Donald Trump said that he believes the US and Iran will still reach a “very good” deal after the US struck Iran, in a phone call with ABC News Chief Washington Correspondent Jonathan Karl just before US Central Command (CENTCOM) announced the strikes Tuesday evening.

— US President Donald TrumpExpressing optimism about reaching a nuclear deal despite recent military actions.

The US is pushing for Iran to halt enrichment for 15 years, a potential compromise from the Trump administration's previous demand for a 20-year halt. The US also seeks the closure of Iran's nuclear facilities in Natanz, Fordow, and Isfahan. Oversight by the International Atomic Energy Agency for uranium dilution and surprise inspections across Iran are also key US demands.

Despite recent US strikes on Iran, which US Central Command described as a "proportional response to unjustified Iranian aggression" following the downing of a US Army Apache helicopter, US officials maintain that these actions will not impede the ongoing negotiations. President Donald Trump expressed confidence in reaching a "very good" deal, even after the strikes.

a proportional response to unjustified Iranian aggression

— US Central Command (CENTCOM)Describing the rationale for the recent strikes on Iran.
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