* Iran says it’s ready to meet six powers in Istanbul
* Sends uncompromising signals ahead of any talks
* Powers want Iran to address nuclear concerns
(Adds U.S., UK reaction, EU sources, detail)
By Parisa Hafezi
TEHRAN, Nov 9 (Reuters) – Iran told world powers on Tuesday it was ready to hold talks in Turkey in late November or early December, but a senior official signalled reluctance to discuss Tehran’s disputed nuclear plans at the meeting.
Western diplomats have made clear they want Iran to address their concerns about its nuclear programme in discussions that six major powers — the United States, France, Russia, Britain, Germany and China — have offered to Tehran later this month.
Analysts say rivalries within Iran’s conservative establishment may make it more difficult for the powers to strike any agreements with the Islamic Republic to restrain its nuclear activity, or even to conduct meaningful talks. Continued…
via UPDATE 4-Iran offers dates for talks with powers in Turkey | Energy & Oil | Reuters.
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