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Guterres urges Washington and Tehran to resume negotiations

António Guterres calls on the US and Iran to re-engage in dialogue following the expiration of a 60-day memorandum of understanding.

Guterres urges Washington and Tehran to resume negotiations
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The Secretary-General of the United Nations, António Guterres, has urged the United States and Iran to resume negotiations aimed at reaching an agreement. This appeal comes after the expiration of the 60-day memorandum of understanding, which was an attempt to facilitate dialogue between the two nations.

Guterres emphasized the importance of rapid progress in the discussions, stressing the need for both countries to work together to resolve pending issues. The pursuit of an agreement comes amid rising tensions between Washington and Tehran.