Iran begins talks with Japanese firms on oil sales under temporary US sanctions waiver
A senior Iranian official said any deal would require the US to extend the current waiver given the shipping time between Japan and Iran
Assessment
Iran is actively pursuing oil sales to Japan under a temporary US sanctions waiver, but the deal hinges on Washington extending that waiver to account for shipping timelines. The talks signal Tehran's effort to secure economic relief while testing the durability of US sanctions policy. The outcome will indicate whether the US is willing to accommodate logistical realities in its enforcement approach.