US to ease Iran sanctions in line with nuclear commitments, White House says

WASHINGTON, United States — WASHINGTON — A White House official said US sanctions on Iran will be eased in proportion to Tehran's adherence to its nuclear commitments. The official added that the degree of sanctions relief will mirror the extent to which Iran fulfills its nuclear obligations. The official warned that any failure to meet the expected commitments would become apparent within days or weeks, not months. The US has taken control of the southern line of the Strait of Hormuz and the blockade is proving effective, the official said. A diplomat from a mediating country and a source familiar with the matter said the United States, Iran and mediators were considering signing the memorandum of understanding remotely on Thursday. Technical talks between the parties are continuing, and the signing process is being closely monitored.