The much-anticipated nuclear talks between Iran and the United States are set to take place in Oman, following a change in venue from Istanbul, Turkey. The decision came after Iran requested a change in location and format, with Tehran seeking a direct and new format for the negotiations.
According to Axios, citing a regional source, the talks are likely to be held on Friday, with US special envoy Steve Wittkoff and Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Arachchi expected to attend. The US has reportedly agreed to Iran’s proposal, with Qatar, Egypt, and Turkey possibly attending as observers ¹ ² ³.
The talks come amid renewed diplomatic efforts between the two countries, with Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian ordering the resumption of nuclear negotiations with the US. The move is seen as a significant step towards easing tensions, with regional countries playing a mediating role.
No official statement has been issued by the White House, Tehran, or Muscat regarding the talks. The development follows recent reports of increased diplomatic activity between the two nations, with Iran’s nuclear program being a key point of contention.