Key facts
- Iran's foreign minister stated a deal with the U.S. is "never been closer."
- A senior U.S. official confirmed a deal with Iran is close but not yet finalized.
- French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot sees positive signs and willingness from both sides to reach an agreement.
- Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar hopes US-Iran understanding efforts will contribute to regional peace and stability.
Iran's foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, has stated that a deal with the U.S. has "never been closer," amid ongoing nuclear negotiations. A senior U.S. official corroborated that a deal is close to finalization, though not yet complete, adding a U.S. perspective to the diplomatic efforts. French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot also indicated that positive signs are accumulating in the negotiations, suggesting a growing willingness from both sides to reach an agreement. Barrot urged both parties to seize the opportunity to resolve the current situation. Pakistan's Foreign Minister, Ishaq Dar, expressed hope that these efforts will contribute to regional "peace and stability."