"Iran is drafting a negative response to the US proposal, which could be interpreted as a rejection of the US offer," a senior diplomat told Reuters.
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"Despite countless warnings by the international community, Iran is totally determined to complete its nuclear weapons program," the PMO said.
Iran is open to a deal but distrusts Trump. Saudi Arabia is trying to prevent a regional war that could hurt its economy and stability.
Trump’s better nuclear deal terms would leave Iran only months away from a nuclear weapon and would prevent Israel from attacking at its best opportunity in decades.
“Salami makes threats every other day. Nothing new. Inside Iran, he’s seen as illiterate and is mocked. He’s not someone who worries us.”
In the unfolding drama of US–Iran diplomacy, Israel again plays the role of anxious bystander.
"I told him this would be inappropriate to do right now because we're very close to a solution now," Trump told reporters.
This comes after five rounds of nuclear talks between the US and Iran, where the two powers have clashed over red lines.
US officials have indicated that, in the absence of an agreement, they may consider other measures—including military options—to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.
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