Senior Iranian Official, to Reuters, says significant differences remain between Iran and US remain, including on nuclear issues; serious talks are required

The remarks from the Iranian official highlight ongoing tensions between Iran and the US, particularly regarding nuclear discussions and regional security, notably in the Strait of Hormuz.

Newsquawk StaffPublished 17 Apr 2026, 17:44 UTCOn the live feed at 17:24 UTC — 2 more headlines followed before this page went public

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Senior Iranian Official, to Reuters, says significant differences remain between Iran and US remain, including on nuclear issues; serious talks are required

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Keeping Hormuz open is conditional on adherence to the Iran-US ceasefire terms.
Prelim deal could be reached in coming days, with possibility of extending ceasefire.
Prelim deal could create space for talks on lifting sanctions and securing war damages.
Iran is ready to assure the world about the peaceful nature of its nuclear work if its demands are met.

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If a preliminary deal is achieved, it could open the door to sanctions relief and stabilize oil supplies, which would heavily influence energy markets, particularly WTI prices. The commitment to keeping Hormuz open underlines the geopolitical stakes involved, making this situation one to monitor closely for potential ripple effects in commodities and broader market sentiment.

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