The prospect of a breakthrough agreement between the United States and Iran appears closer than at any point since the conflict erupted earlier this year. Yet as officials on both sides speak of progress, contradictory statements over timing, terms and implementation continue to fuel uncertainty about whether a deal is truly imminent.

Despite President Donald Trump repeatedly saying a US-Iran deal is near, negotiations remain slow and uncertain. Talks rely on indirect channels, couriers, intermediaries and…

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