Iran and the world's six major powers - Britain, China, France, Germany, Russia, and the United States - continued to struggle to reconcile disagreements with only days remaining before the June 30 deadline for a comprehensive nuclear deal. Negotiators had reached an agreement on a blueprint for a final deal on April 2. But key points of contention remained, including the inspection of military sites, timing of sanctions relief, and restrictions on nuclear research and development.
The following list contains background information, key statements from officials, and other resources on the nuclear negotiations.
Background
Statements and Official Documents
Reports and Polls
Congress
Senate Hearing: Key Elements of Nuke Deal
Congress Acts: Senate, House Pass Corker Bill
Democrats to Obama: Stay on Course
House Foreign Affairs Committee: Verification Needed in Nuke Deal
Iran Nuclear Plan: Congress Reacts
House Foreign Affairs Committee Debates Nuke Talks