Iran nuclear talks: Khamenei rejects key US demands

In a speech on Tuesday night, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei insisted Iran would only dismantle its nuclear infrastructure if economic sanctions were lifted first.
He also ruled out a freeze on research and development for 10 years, as well as inspections of military sites.
The demands appear to undercut a framework deal announced in April.
They could also limit the ability of Iran’s negotiating team to make key concessions as the self-imposed 30 June deadline approaches.
As supreme leader, Ayatollah Khamenei has final say on all state matters.

 

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