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UPDATED Oct 20, 2026 at 2:11 PM ET
Oct 20, 2026 at 7:14 AM ET
Iran officials say talks are prolonged to influence U.S. midterms
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Iranian officials say Tehran is prolonging talks in a stalemate to influence the U.S. midterm elections. Fears of renewed military action and deep distrust of Washington have reinforced Tehran’s reluctance to reach a quick deal to end the war.
WHO: Iranian officials
WHAT: Iranian officials say Tehran is prolonging talks in a stalemate to influence the U.S. midterm elections.
WHEN: Reported Oct 20, 2026 at 6:49 AM ET
WHERE: Iran
WHY: Iranian officials say Tehran is prolonging the talks to influence the U.S. midterm elections; fears of renewed military action and distrust of Washington have also reinforced its reluctance to reach a quick deal.
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