World powers, Iran reportedly have provisional nuclear deal within reach

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Negotiators in Vienna are expected to reach a provisional agreement in Iran nuclear talks Sunday, two anonymous diplomats told The Associated Press. The latest round of talks to curb Iran's nuclear program in exchange for relieving economic sanctions on the country has passed three deadlines so far.

"I think we're getting to some real decisions," U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry said. "So I will say, because we have a few tough things to do, I remain hopeful. Hopeful."

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