Araqchi said that drafting the final deal between Tehran and the world powers may start on Wednesday, describing the atmosphere of talks between the two sides as positive, FARS news agency reported.

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister and senior negotiator Sayyed Abbas Araqchi said that drafting the final deal between Tehran and the world powers may start on Wednesday, describing the atmosphere of talks between the two sides as positive, FARS news agency reported.

Zarif hoped that the two sides would reach an initial general text in this round even if some differences still remain in place.

Asked about the common points and differences between Iran and the G5+1, Araqchi said both sides agree the continuation of Iran's enrichment program and the removal of sanctions, while they hold different views on the operation of Iran's heavy water reactor in Arak and Fordo enrichment facility.