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Trump tells US negotiators 'not to rush' into deal with Iran
Key takeaways
- According to US media reports, the deal under discussion involves a 60-day ceasefire extension, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and further negotiations over Iran's nuclear programme.
- In a social media post, Trump said "constructive" talks were proceeding but "both sides must take their time and get it right".
- Trump said on Saturday an agreement had been "largely negotiated", prompting speculation an announcement could be imminent.
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Jaroslav Lukivand Tom Bennett,Washington DCReuters US President Donald Trump said both "both sides must take their time" to get a deal "right"US President Donald Trump has instructed his negotiators "not to rush into a deal" with Iran, after reports suggested an agreement was close.
According to US media reports, the deal under discussion involves a 60-day ceasefire extension, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and further negotiations over Iran's nuclear programme.
In a social media post, Trump said "constructive" talks were proceeding but "both sides must take their time and get it right".
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