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Iran's President Hassan Rouhani, speaking in Tehran in February, has spoken out in favor of nuclear negotiations and opening Iran to the world. But he has faced criticism from hard-liners at home.

The Iranian Nuclear Talks: It Isn't Just About The Nukes

12:09pm April 03, 2015

by Greg Myre

President Obama has sought a less hostile relationship with Iran. The nuclear framework agreement points to the possibility of broader cooperation that could reorder the Middle East.

Secretary of State John Kerry (left), and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov (right) wait for the start of a meeting at the Beau Rivage Palace Hotelin Lausanne, Switzerland, on Sunday to discuss a nuclear deal on Iran.

Iran, West Said To Be Closing Gap On Nuke Deal As Deadline Looms

2:26am March 30, 2015

by Scott Neuman

The two sides are reportedly close to a deal ahead of a Tuesday deadline, but diplomatic sources caution that an agreement could still fall apart. Shipping uranium to Russia is a point of contention.

Secretary of State John Kerry delivers a statement about the recently concluded round of negotiations with Iran over their nuclear program at the International Olympic Museum in Lausanne, Switzerland, on Saturday.

Kerry Cites Progress In Iran Talks, Saying Deal Is Possible

1:28pm March 21, 2015

by Scott Neuman

The secretary of state says all sides appear to be getting closer to an agreement, although he acknowledges remaining differences.

Wisconsin Gov. Scott Walker contends that the next president might not be bound by a nuclear deal President Obama strikes with Iran.

How The Iran Letter Is Playing In The 2016 Campaign

9:09pm March 12, 2015

by Emily Martinez

Republican presidential contenders are backing the letter to Iran from 47 GOP senators.

A letter from U.S. senators suggests the lawmakers "not only do not understand international law, but are not fully cognizant of the nuances of their own Constitution," says Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif.

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Iran Calls GOP Letter 'Propaganda Ploy,' Offers To 'Enlighten' Authors

2:38pm March 10, 2015

by Bill Chappell

Iran's foreign minister says the letter suggests the U.S. lawmakers "not only do not understand international law, but are not fully cognizant of the nuances of their own Constitution."

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Iran's heavy water production plant in Arak, Iran, in 2013. This is one of the country's many nuclear facilities, which are spread throughout the country. Iran says it will never abandon its nuclear program despite international pressure.

After Netanyahu's Speech, A Reality Check

3:12pm March 03, 2015

by Greg Myre

The Israeli prime minister has warned about the dangers of the Iranian nuclear program for two decades. He has shaped the debate, but will he influence the final outcome?

Secretary of State John Kerry shakes hands with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, prior to a bilateral meeting in Vienna, Austria, on Sunday.

With Long-Term Deal Elusive, Iran Nuclear Talks Are Extended

8:46am November 24, 2014

by Eyder Peralta

The two sides had set a deadline of today to hammer out a deal, curbing Iran's nuclear programs. Instead, Western powers and Iran agreed to a second extension of talks.

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry (right) and Iran's Foreign Minister Javad Zarif (left) shake hands as Oman's Minister for Foreign Affairs Yussef bin Alawi (second from right) and the former EU top diplomat Catherine Ashton watch in Muscat, Oman on Nov.

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It's Crunch Time For The Iranian Nuclear Talks

11:45am November 22, 2014

by Deborah Amos

Iran and six world powers are meeting this weekend in Vienna with a Monday deadline looming. Here's a look at what it all means for Iran and its neighbors.

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry looks at his phone as he leaves a meeting in Vienna on Friday.

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Kerry, Iranian Counterpart Meet Again In Nuclear Talks

6:06pm November 21, 2014

by Krishnadev Calamur

Diplomats are meeting in Vienna ahead of Monday's deadline to reach an accord on Iran's nuclear program. NPR's Peter Kenyon notes that there is speculation over who is offering a last-minute proposal.

Secretary of State John Kerry (right) and Iranian Foreign Minister Javad Zarif shake hands as Omani Minister Responsible for Foreign Affairs Yussef bin Alawi and former EU top diplomat Catherine Ashton watch Nov. 9 in Muscat, Oman.

With Deadline Looming, U.S. And Iran Meet In Vienna For Nuclear Talks

12:54pm November 17, 2014

by Eyder Peralta

The two sides have set Nov. 24 as the deadline for reaching a deal over Iran's nuclear program. If successful, the negotiations have the potential to remake the Middle East.