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Iran has rejected international inspections of its nuclear facilities until Washington delivers concrete action on sanctions relief, signalling tough conditions for ongoing peace negotiations.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared on Sunday that Israeli forces would maintain their presence in southern Lebanon for as long as required, while reaffirming Israel's commitment to preventing Iran's nuclear development.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has indicated Tehran's readiness to issue a formal written declaration renouncing nuclear weapons, signalling flexibility as negotiations with the United States advance.