Iran foreign minister says progress made in nuclear talks with US in Geneva
Summary
Iran and the US reached an understanding on key principles in Geneva nuclear talks, with further detailed discussions ahead, easing regional tensions and oil market fears.
Key Points
- Iran and the United States reached a general agreement on guiding principles in nuclear talks held in Geneva.
- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi described the talks as progress but said a final deal is not imminent.
- The talks involved US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and were mediated by Oman.
- Iran insists on discussing only its nuclear program in exchange for sanctions relief and rejects demands on its missile stockpile.
