"Without the credible threat of force ..."

Iran said "good progress" was made during the first day of talks with the United States on issues including the release of Iranian assets and relief from oil-related sanctions.

Iran and the US have made significant strides in peace talks, with mediators Qatar and Pakistan announcing major progress. Discussions in Switzerland have led to agreements on oil…

Parties have agreed on a roadmap toward reaching a final deal in 60 days, and technical talks will continue for the remainder of week

The U.S. temporarily removed oil sanctions on Iran Monday, creating the potential for an Iranian economic windfall in U.S. dollars as the first round of talks ended in…

The US and Iran signed a 14-point memorandum of understanding, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and granting 60-day oil sanctions waivers as Brent crude

Iran will be able to export oil in US dollars for the first time in decades

US waiver would allow some sales of crude and fuels from Iran

"Without the credible threat of force ..."