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General · 12 April 2026

US-Iran talks fail over 'excessive' demands

US-Iran talks fail over 'excessive' demands

Hopes for ending the conflict have weakened after negotiations stalled. United States and Iran talks in Islamabad ended without agreement after about 21 hours, with both sides blaming each other for failing to reach a deal, Reuters reported on April 11. Officials said disagreements centred on nuclear commitments and demands, while Iran described US proposals as excessive.

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