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Podcast: Beyond the Headlines
Episode: What does the US want from a deal with Iran?
Description: The US and Iran are facing off in a battle for concessions once more, as they resume nuclear talks against the backdrop of military threats.
Officials said good progress was made at the latest round of negotiations in Geneva on Tuesday but added that a lot of work lies ahead.
Only a day later, the White House warned Tehran it would be “wise” to make a deal. The US has boosted its military deployment in the Middle East, signalling its readiness to attack at a moment's notice.
Iran’s nuclear programme was set back b...