PANews reported on May 23 that, according to Jinshi News, an Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson stated that the focus is currently on finalizing a memorandum of understanding with the United States. Iran has decided to prioritize ending the war on all fronts, including Lebanon. Details regarding the nuclear issue will not be discussed at this stage; whether discussions will begin in 30 or 60 days is a matter for later. The current mediation process with the United States is "time-consuming and laborious" because American hostility dates back decades. "We discussed some key points and wording where differences remain, and made suggestions, some of which are still under review, and all parties are expressing their opinions," the Islamic Republic News Agency quoted Baga'e as saying. Baga'e also thanked Pakistan for its mediation efforts.