[Analysis: U.S.-Iran Negotiations Focus on Three Major Sticking Points, Hormuz Control Dispute Takes Center Stage] BlockBeats News, April 12, according to The New York Times, U.S.-Iran negotiations currently face three major sticking points: the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, the enriched uranium issue, and the unfreezing of Iran's overseas assets. Strait of Hormuz: Iran refuses to accept the U.S.-proposed "joint control" plan, insisting on retaining control over the Strait of Hormuz and claiming the right to charge "passage fees" to transiting vessels. Iran stated that arrangements for reopening the strait would only be considered after both sides reach a final peace agreement. The U.S., on the other hand, holds a completely opposite stance. On April 10, U.S. President Trump stated that the Strait of Hormuz is international waters and that, regardless of "Iran's cooperation or lack thereof," the strait will be "opened soon." He emphasized that he would not allow Iran to charge passage fees. Nuclear Issue: The U.S. demands that Iran hand over its entire stockpile of near-weapons-grade enriched uranium, which weighs approximately 900 pounds. Iran has proposed a counteroffer, but the two sides have failed to reach a compromise. Additionally, the U.S. requires Iran not only to refrain from developing nuclear weapons currently but also to make a long-term commitment not to acquire related capabilities and technologies. The U.S. stated that it has "yet to see clear willingness from Iran." Frozen Assets: Iran demands compensation for damages caused by six weeks of airstrikes and the unfreezing of approximately $27 billion in oil revenues located in Iraq, Luxembourg, Bahrain, Japan, Turkey, and Germany for post-war reconstruction. The U.S. has rejected these demands.