Iran’s foreign ministry says Tehran and Washington have made progress in discussions related to a potential deal, but it is not imminent. In statements reported by multiple outlets, Iran’s foreign ministry spokesman Baghaei says a “large portion” of issues between the two countries has been addressed, while emphasizing that an agreement is not yet close. The remarks come amid what one report describes as mixed messages from Washington and Tehran over a weekend of exchanges. Iran’s position, as presented across the sources, is that the sides have reached understandings on some issues, but the remaining gaps are enough that an end-to-hostilities arrangement is still uncertain and could take more time. The outlets characterize Iran’s comments as cooling expectations for a rapid settlement, even as it acknowledges constructive movement in negotiations. Overall, the reporting aligns on two points: Iran highlights specific progress in resolving multiple points with the United States, and Iran simultaneously warns that a final agreement has not been reached and is not immediate.