US Official Says Nuclear Issue First, Then Proxy Funding in Iran Talks

A senior US official outlined the sequencing of upcoming negotiations with Iran, stating that the nuclear issue will be addressed first, followed by discussions on the funding of proxies. The official described this weekend's meeting in Switzerland as "critical" for gauging progress in the talks.

The US plans to take trust-building steps to facilitate a deal. The official also noted that Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has not requested a copy of any memorandum of understanding. If a deal cannot be reached, the official warned that the Trump administration is not afraid to use tools at its disposal. The US has maintained constant contact with Israel throughout the process.