In a renewed diplomatic effort, senior officials from the United States and Iran held extended negotiations in Oman on Saturday, focusing on Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program. The discussions, held in the capital city of Muscat, concluded with both sides expressing readiness to continue talks, potentially meeting again at a high level next weekend.
The closed-door session lasted several hours, reflecting a more intense and focused approach than in previous rounds. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, speaking after the talks, emphasized the serious tone of the exchanges, noting that written proposals were shared and examined throughout the day.
“This round was notably more in-depth than earlier ones,” Araghchi said. “We’ve moved beyond broad statements and are now engaged in more detailed, issue-specific conversations. However, key differences remain both on fundamental matters and finer points.”
A senior official from the U.S. administration echoed a cautiously optimistic tone, describing the session as “positive and productive.” According to the official, the meeting lasted over four hours and resulted in tangible progress, though significant work remains to be done.
The two sides agreed to reconvene soon, likely in Europe, while extending their appreciation to Oman for hosting and supporting the diplomatic effort.
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