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European Allies Urge Caution in U.S.-Iran Deal Talks

4/20/2026

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Allies Warn Negotiators

European allies warn that the U.S. negotiating team's inexperience risks a rushed Iran deal that could create long-term problems.
Iran seeks a non-aggression guarantee, while the U.S. insists on ending uranium enrichment and dismantling facilities.
The talks remain contentious and center on Iran's enriched uranium stockpile, with a possible compromise: a temporary moratorium on enrichment.
European officials acknowledge sidelining in negotiations and call for meticulous, expert-led talks to prevent missteps.

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Ghalibaf Signals Negotiation

Iran's Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf says progress in talks with United States exists, but gaps remain, and Iran will not reopen Strait of Hormuz until blockade ends.
U.S. President Donald Trump acknowledges ongoing discussions but warns Iran against manipulation.
Recent incidents in the Strait of Hormuz involve threats and attacks on vessels.
Egypt and Pakistan are optimistic about a final agreement, while Iran will not surrender its enriched uranium stockpile.

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Allies Warn Negotiators

European allies warn that the U.S. negotiating team's inexperience risks a rushed Iran deal that could create long-term problems.
Iran seeks a non-aggression guarantee, while the U.S. insists on ending uranium enrichment and dismantling facilities.
The talks remain contentious and center on Iran's enriched uranium stockpile, with a possible compromise: a temporary moratorium on enrichment.
European officials acknowledge sidelining in negotiations and call for meticulous, expert-led talks to prevent missteps.

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