Iran and US begin critical negotiations on nuclear program in Oman

Iran has commenced indirect negotiations with the United States in Muscat, Oman, focusing on its advancing nuclear program. This development marks the first high-level talks since President Donald Trump returned to office. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei confirmed that the talks involved representatives from both countries meeting in separate rooms, with Omani officials mediating the discussions. The meetings aimed to establish a framework for negotiations regarding Tehran's nuclear capabilities, which have significantly expanded since the US withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear deal under the Obama administration. Iran's current stockpile of enriched uranium allows it to create multiple nuclear weapons. The US has indicated that any agreement must ensure that Iran cannot develop a nuclear weapon. Iranian officials have expressed their desire to reach a fair agreement and are seeking the lifting of sanctions in exchange for limiting their nuclear activities. Both sides appear motivated to find a resolution, as the ongoing tensions and threats of military action highlight the urgent need for diplomacy and de-escalation in the region. The talks are a cautious attempt to address the issues surrounding Iran's nuclear ambitions and the broader geopolitical implications of its program within the context of regional security.