"Biden's Iran Envoy on Leave Amid Security Clearance Review"

Rob Malley, the U.S. special envoy for Iran, is currently on leave as his security clearance is under review. Malley, who played a key role in the Iran nuclear deal negotiations, expects the investigation to be resolved favorably and soon. In his absence, Abram Paley is serving as the acting special envoy for Iran. The U.S. has recently restarted indirect talks with Iran on the nuclear and detainee issue, but Secretary of State Antony Blinken has stated that there is no agreement in the offing. Malley has also been involved in negotiations to secure the release of Americans wrongfully detained in Iran.