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U.S. Tightens Terms for Iran Deal Framework
President Trump has sent revised conditions for a potential agreement to end the war in Iran. Iran has not accepted the changes and says it will respond with its own revisions if needed.
May 31, 3:10 PM·1m read4 sources
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The changes follow Iran's refusal to give up its remaining nuclear material. Officials said the revisions are intended to increase pressure on Iran to respond more quickly.
Iran has stated it will only accept terms it agrees with and is prepared for the possibility of no deal. A two-hour meeting in the Situation Room on Friday showed no finalized agreement. Officials noted that reaching Iran's supreme leader for approval has been difficult and any new changes could add further delays.
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