Iran and the US are close to a deal aimed at ending the war, officials say

The United States and Iran are closing in on a deal to end the war in the Middle East. A regional official says significant progress has been made in talks, but last-minute disputes could still derail efforts. The potential deal would include an official declaration of the war's end and two-month negotiations on Iran’s nuclear program. The Strait of Hormuz would be reopened, and the U.S. would end its blockade of Iran’s ports. Iran describes the draft as a “framework agreement” for more talks. T...