What we know and don’t know about the Iran war negotiations - AP News

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March 25, 2026
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Possible diplomatic talks are under consideration to end the Iran war.

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De-escalation in Middle East conflict could reduce military deployment risk and defense spending, affecting service members and taxpayers.

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What to know about possible talks to wind down the Iran war.

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