US and Iran to conduct separate mediated talks amid nuclear and Strait of Hormuz pressure
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The United States and Iran are expected to hold separate negotiations with mediators, with Washington seeking nuclear concessions from Tehran. This diplomatic track is occurring alongside increased pressure on Iran regarding its bid to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, signaling a continued focus on de-escalation and containment of regional tensions.
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Seeking to extract nuclear concessions from Iran and applying pressure regarding the Strait of Hormuz.
Expected to engage in separate talks with mediators and has previously sought to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
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