Diplomats race to secure a temporary nuclear agreement with Iran to prevent imminent US and Israeli military action.
Mediators are working urgently to broker a temporary framework agreement with Iran, aiming to prevent potential US and Israeli military strikes within days. The negotiations focus on bridging gaps between US demands for nuclear concessions and Iran’s push for sanctions relief and a cease-fire first.
Progress has been modest, but key sticking points remain, particularly over the timeline for addressing Iran’s nuclear enrichment program. Officials warn that failure to reach even a limited understanding could escalate regional tensions and trigger new strikes.
The goal is not a formal deal but a memorandum of understanding to extend the cease-fire and allow further talks. Pakistan, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia are actively involved in the negotiations, seeking to balance competing demands.