A US official states the agreement is 95% complete but sanctions relief hinges on Iran surrendering its enriched uranium stockpile.
A senior US official confirmed negotiations with Iran over a nuclear deal are 95% complete, though final signing remains days away. The agreement includes no upfront sanctions relief; Iran must first transfer its enriched uranium stockpile to unlock economic benefits.
The framework consists of two phases: reopening the Strait of Hormuz to ease global energy pressures, followed by the physical transfer of nuclear material. The US dismissed claims of unconditional payments as propaganda, emphasizing the deal could still collapse if terms are deemed insufficient.
The official noted Iran’s regional power projection has weakened, with its ballistic missile capabilities significantly degraded. Final language is still under negotiation despite broad agreement on the deal’s structure.