The Pakistan Army Chief's visit to Tehran does not mean a deal is within reach, Al Araby reports citing sources; Iran considers the US demands as excessive and that problem lies with Washington

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The Pakistan Army Chief's visit to Tehran does not mean a deal is within reach, Al Araby reports citing sources; Iran considers the US demands as excessive and that problem lies with Washington

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