Muscat: Talks between Iran and the United States concluded in Oman on Friday with both sides agreeing to continue negotiations focused primarily on Tehran’s nuclear program. Officials said future rounds of talks would be scheduled after consultations with their respective capitals.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei described the discussions as constructive, saying both sides clearly outlined their positions and demands. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi also termed the talks very positive noting that arguments were exchanged respectfully and that both sides agreed to maintain dialogue. He said details regarding the next meeting including timing and agenda would be decided later.
The negotiations are taking place amid heightened regional tensions. Washington has sought broader discussions covering Iran’s missile program regional activities, and human rights while Tehran has insisted that talks remain limited to nuclear related issues. Araghchi reiterated that Iran was negotiating in good faith and stressed that mutual respect and equality were essential for any lasting agreement.
Iran has signaled limited flexibility on uranium enrichment proposing a consortium arrangement for highly enriched uranium while maintaining that its right to enrichment is non negotiable and its nuclear program is peaceful.
Meanwhile, the United States has issued a travel advisory urging its citizens to leave Iran if possible, citing security concerns and restrictions on movement.
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