Mediators see little progress in Iran-US talks - WSJ
- Iran’s position in talks with the U.S. to end the war hasn’t changed much from earlier iterations that failed to yield progress toward a deal, regional mediators and U.S. officials familiar with the terms said, raising questions about whether an offramp to the conflict can be found.
- The comments came after President Trump said he had called off military strikes planned for Tuesday in light of what he called positive developments at the negotiating table.
- But mediators said Iran continues to insist on an end to hostilities, financial relief, reparations for war damage and a role overseeing the strategic Strait of Hormuz waterway while remaining at odds with U.S. demands regarding the closing or long-term suspension of its nuclear program.
- The U.S. and Israel had been preparing to carry out new attacks on Iran within days, people in the region familiar with the matter said. Some said strikes could still happen as early as next week.