Reuters, citing a senior Iranian source, reported that Iran has not agreed to hand over its highly enriched uranium stockpile and that the Iran nuclear issue is not part of the preliminary agreement. This adds to earlier Iranian denials of Axios-reported memorandum terms, which Tehran said reflected only the U.S. side. Separate reporting said the next round of U.S.-Iran talks may be held on June 5 with both sides sending chief representatives, while Xinhua-cited coverage said Pakistan would announce an initial memorandum of understanding without the negotiating parties present. At the same time, an Iranian military commander warned of a forceful response to any aggression in the Persian Gulf and Strait of Hormuz, highlighting continued regional tensions despite reports of possible diplomatic progress.