At talks, Iran and world powers grapple over planned nuclear reactor

Tehran's FM voices optimism that July 20 deadline for final deal is within reach; reiterates that Iran will not close down Arak reactor.

Iranian FM Mohammad Javad Zarif (L) and EE foreign policy chief Catherine Ashton at nuclear talks in Vienna March 19, 2014.

Iranian FM Mohammad Javad Zarif (L) and EE foreign policy chief Catherine Ashton at nuclear talks in Vienna March 19, 2014.

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ByREUTERS

MARCH 19, 2014 16:46