US-Iran nuclear talks begin in Oman

2026-02-06 - 08:46

Shafaq News- Muscat The first round of US-Iran negotiations began in Muscat under Omani sponsorship, Iran’s Foreign Ministry announced, marking the first talks between the two sides since the United States launched strikes in June on key sites linked to Iran’s nuclear program during the 12-day conflict between Israel and Iran. Ahead of the negotiations, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held talks with his Omani counterpart, Badr Al Busaidi. Iran’s Foreign Ministry said Araghchi “outlined Iran’s views, proposals, demands, and remarks within the framework of negotiations with Washington.” Oman has long served as a mediator between Iran and the United States, hosting previous rounds of indirect discussions aimed at easing tensions between the two countries. Meanwhile, The Wall Street Journal reported that the commander of the US Central Command (CENTCOM), which oversees American military operations in the Middle East, is expected to join the negotiations.