US Secretary of State Marco Rubio confirmed that the US will hold direct talks with Iran on Iran’s nuclear program
The talks are scheduled for Saturday in the city of Muscat, Oman.
The talks will be attended by Steve Witkoff, the US special envoy, and a senior Iranian representative.
Contrary to what was previously thought, the two teams will be in the same room, in a face-to-face meeting.
What is at stake?
Rubio explained during a meeting of the US government, led by President Donald Trump, that the objective is clear: “We have always said that Iran will never have a nuclear weapon, and that is why this meeting is happening.” He added that he hopes the negotiations will lead to peace.
The same week, Trump had already announced that the US and Iran were preparing for these direct talks.
He warned that if Iran does not cooperate, the country will face “great danger.” On Wednesday, Trump stressed that the US could use military action if Iran does not give up its nuclear ambitions, and said Israel would play a key role in any such response.
Clarifying doubts
There was initial confusion because Iran said it would only accept indirect talks, with Oman as a mediator.
But a US official involved in the preparations confirmed that the negotiations will be direct, with the two delegations face to face.
Tensions are rising
Relations between the US and Iran are strained by new US sanctions and because Iran continues to enrich uranium, a material that can be used to make nuclear weapons.
Even so, Iranian officials have indicated that they may propose a temporary agreement.
Such an agreement would include pausing some uranium enrichment in exchange for some sanctions relief and greater international oversight.
Conclusion
The talks in Oman are an important moment in trying to resolve the issue of Iran’s nuclear program.
With the two sides meeting directly, the world is watching to see whether progress will be made or whether tensions will escalate further.
Published in 04/11/2025 11h53
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