Fourth round of nuclear talks expected soon - Al Mayadeen

Iranian officials expect the fourth round of nuclear negotiations between Tehran and world powers to be held soon, the Beirut-based outlet affiliated with Iran-backed Hezbollah, Al Mayadeen network reported Sunday, citing unnamed sources in Iran.

The sources said the exact timing had not yet been finalized.

The anticipated talks come as diplomatic tensions mount over the scope of negotiations, following European and US calls to restrict them strictly to nuclear issues. Tehran is also facing renewed scrutiny after a blast at the Rajaei port and stepped-up Western pressure on its uranium enrichment program.