Iran says it has reached an agreement with the US on the principles of a deal
Iran stated that it had reached a consensus with the United States on the principles of a possible nuclear agreement, while Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei criticized Washington's stance and warned that Donald Trump will not be able to "destroy" the Islamic Republic.
TL;DR
- Iran claims consensus with the US on the "guiding principles" of a potential nuclear deal.
- Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei criticized US negotiation tactics and Donald Trump's threats.
- Khamenei stated that pre-determining negotiation outcomes is "incorrect and stupid."
- The US has deployed aircraft carriers in the Persian Gulf to pressure Iran.
- Iran insists it will not accept zero enrichment or limits on its ballistic missile program.
- Negotiations resumed in Muscat, Oman, following a previous meeting in Geneva.
- Khamenei asserted that Trump's attempts to destroy the Islamic Republic will fail.