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The UN's nuclear watchdog chief has underscored the urgency of diplomatic engagement as American and Iranian representatives convene in Switzerland for direct talks on the nuclear dispute.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared on Sunday that Israeli forces will maintain their presence in southern Lebanon for as long as strategically necessary, while simultaneously reiterating Israel's determination to block Iran's nuclear weapons development.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has indicated Tehran's readiness to issue a formal written declaration renouncing nuclear weapons development, as negotiations with the United States continue under a recently signed framework agreement.
US President Donald Trump has declared that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu will be compelled to accept any Iran deal the United States negotiates, asserting his authority over the diplomatic process.
Iran and the United States are exploring ways to prolong their ceasefire agreement and commence formal talks on Tehran's nuclear activities. Washington remains firm that Iran cannot develop nuclear weapons capability.
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reported limited progress on Iran negotiations during a NATO foreign ministers gathering in Istanbul, though he stressed Washington's core position that Iran cannot develop nuclear weapons remains firm.