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Iran: Nuclear issue not part of initial framework for deal with US, is ‘subject to separate discussions’
Add ToI as a Preferred Source on GoogleIran says that the nuclear issue is not part of an initial framework it is drafting to end the war with the United States.
“At this stage, we will not discuss the details of the nuclear issue… we have decided to prioritize an urgent issue for all of us: ending the war on all fronts, including Lebanon,” foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei tells state television.
He adds that the nuclear file will be “subject to separate discussions” at a later stage.
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