Iran Sends 71-Member Delegation to US Nuclear Talks

Russian outlets focus on US statements that Iran has not accepted American terms, presenting Tehran as the main obstacle to progress. They highlight Vance’s comments that Iran is blocking agreement, while also noting the size and prominence of the Iranian delegation. Future expectations in this coverage lean toward a drawn-out process with a high risk that talks stall without a concrete deal.

• •JD Vance has publicly stated that Iran did not accept US terms in the negotiations.
• •Russian reports describe Iran as an obstacle in the talks with the United States.
• •The Iranian delegation is meeting Pakistan’s prime minister separately before sitting down with the US side.
• •The talks in Islamabad are framed as difficult, with little sign of compromise from Tehran so far.
• •Russian coverage suggests the negotiations may drag on without a clear breakthrough if Iran maintains its current stance.