US, Iran make progress in nuclear talks

U.S. officials report that despite public tensions, the United States and Iran have made significant progress toward a deal in negotiations that resumed on April 12. According to the New York Times, the talks have advanced on key issues. Iran's ISNA news agency now reports that Tehran is reviewing a specific U.S. proposal that was delivered via Pakistan, indicating a continued diplomatic channel. This development follows Pakistan's recent urging for the U.S. to end its naval blockade of Iran to facilitate talks.