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Iran and US Agree on 'Guiding Principles' in Nuclear Talks; Work Continues

01 April, 2026.Iran.15 sources

Key Takeaways

Iran and the United States reached an understanding on guiding principles for a possible deal.
Indirect talks in Geneva, mediated by Oman, progressing toward a principles-based agreement.
Disagreements persist on major terms; a deal is not imminent.

Geneva Talks Yield Framework

Iran and the United States concluded their second round of indirect talks in Geneva.

“Abbas Araqchi, Iran's foreign minister, says that Iran will never give up its peaceful nuclear program or its right to enrichment”

BBC

They announced agreement on a set of guiding principles that could open the way to a possible deal.

BBC

Both sides acknowledge many points remain to be resolved.

Focus Solely on Nuclear Issue

Iranian officials emphasized that negotiations are solely about the nuclear program.

They will not cover other topics such as ballistic missiles or regional activities.

Courrier international

The initial focus is nuclear only.

Security Tensions Persist

The talks took place amid ongoing security tensions.

“Iran and the United States reached an understanding on Tuesday on main “guiding principles” in talks aimed at resolving their longstanding nuclear dispute, but that does not mean a deal is imminent, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said”