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Iran reports progress in US talks but rules out nuclear inspections
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Key Points:
- Iranian and U.S. talks in Switzerland are making progress, with plans to start working groups on sanctions relief and Iran’s nuclear program, but sensitive nuclear issues have not yet been addressed.
- Iran denies agreeing to nuclear inspections or meeting with IAEA Director General Rafael Grossi, contradicting U.S. claims, including President Trump’s assertion that Iran agreed to inspections "into infinity."
- Secretary of State Marco Rubio is meeting Gulf Cooperation Council allies to address their skepticism about the Iran deal and to consider their security and economic concerns amid ongoing negotiations.
- The Strait of Hormuz remains open and toll-free during the 60-day talks, with recent ship traffic increasing but still below pre-war levels, while Iran warns that Israeli military actions in Lebanon could jeopardize the peace agreement.
- Florida Senator Rick Scott expressed strong support for President Trump’s approach to the Iran deal, emphasizing the importance of preventing nuclear threats and suggesting that Iran should pay for damages caused before any U.S. funds are released.
