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[*Walter Bloomberg @DeItaone]

U.S.–IRAN MOVE CLOSER TO FRAMEWORK DEAL AS PRESSURE BUILDS: AXIOS

U.S. and Iranian negotiators are nearing a framework agreement to end the war, with mediators pushing to close gaps before the April 21 cease-fire deadline. Talks continue through backchannel diplomacy and a likely new in-person round, though officials say a deal is not guaranteed due to major unresolved differences.

Behind the push, Washington says a naval blockade and sanctions pressure are sharply cutting Iran’s oil exports and worsening its economic crisis, increasing incentives for Tehran to agree. If a framework is reached, negotiators would need to extend the cease-fire to finalize a full deal.