A senior Iranian official says the fate of Iran’s highly enriched uranium and the duration of its nuclear restrictions remain unresolved, adding that fundamental disagreements persist over nuclear issues.

The comments from the Iranian official highlight ongoing tensions and unresolved issues surrounding Iran's nuclear program, which could impact future negotiations and the geopolitical landscape.

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Iranian official says there are greater hopes for extending the ceasefire and holding a second round of talks after the trip, adding that the Pakistani army chief’s visit to Iran helped reduce differences in some areas.

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