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US Cancels Iran Talks Amid Rising Tensions Over Nuclear Deal

2/5/2026

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The United States canceled planned talks with Iran originally set for Friday over negotiation scope.
Iran insisted discussions cover only its nuclear program, while the United States sought missiles and terrorism financing.
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States remains open to dialogue but demands broader topics.
Tensions rose as the United States downed an Iranian drone and said Iran is in a weak negotiating position.

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The United States canceled planned talks with Iran originally set for Friday over negotiation scope.
Iran insisted discussions cover only its nuclear program, while the United States sought missiles and terrorism financing.
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the United States remains open to dialogue but demands broader topics.
Tensions rose as the United States downed an Iranian drone and said Iran is in a weak negotiating position.