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Iran and US positions on a near-final Hormuz text

AP reported that Iran described the Oman-mediated text as being in its final drafting stage, while US and Iranian positions still implied concessions. The proximity of a draft did not establish an effective agreement.

SA, AE, QA, KW, BH, OM · Diplomacy, Maritime, Energy, Trade

What the source contributes

AP reported that Iran described the Oman-mediated text as being in its final drafting stage, while US and Iranian positions still implied concessions. The proximity of a draft did not establish an effective agreement.

Horizon synthesis and use

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