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Trump Signals Iran Sanctions Could Be Lifted: Washington Demands Nuclear Concessions First.

The United States and Iran are engaged in "positive and constructive discussions through the mediators," but Washington has made clear that there will be no final agreement without movement on nuclear issues. (Credit: GETTY IMAGES)

President Donald Trump is willing to offer Iran sanctions relief and unlock frozen Iranian funds as part of a potential agreement, but only if Tehran makes "concrete progress" on its nuclear program, a U.S. official said.

The United States and Iran are engaged in what the official described as "positive and constructive discussions through the mediators," but Washington has made clear that there will be no final agreement without movement on nuclear issues. The comments were first reported by CNN.

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