IRAN’S DEPUTY FOREIGN MINISTER TAKHT-RAVANCHI SAYS TEHRAN READY TO TAKE ANY NECESSARY STEP TO REACH A DEAL WITH U.S.

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Factcheck: Yes, accurate per today’s Iranian state media (Mehr, Tasnim) and NPR interview. Deputy FM Majid Takht-Ravanchi: “We are ready to reach an agreement as soon as possible… We will do whatever is necessary… enter the negotiating room with sincerity and goodwill.” Context: indirect nuclear talks in Geneva Thursday, for sanctions relief. Oil prices dipped on reports.