🌍🇮🇷🇺🇸 U.S.–Iran Talks Shift to Oman Amid Rising Tensions

Diplomatic efforts between Washington and Tehran are back on track — but under a revised format and new location. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced Wednesday that anticipated talks will now take place in Oman, thanking Omani officials for arranging the meeting after earlier plans in Turkey fell through.

A regional official said Iran pushed for a narrower negotiation framework, focused exclusively on its nuclear program and limited to direct engagement between Iran and the United States.

🏛️ Trump Administration Agrees to Participate

The White House confirmed that the Donald Trump administration will participate in high-level talks in Oman, despite last-minute adjustments to both the venue and scope.

According to a U.S. official, several Arab and Muslim leaders urged Washington not to walk away from negotiations, even as Iran sought to redefine the framework.

⚠️ While the administration remains “very skeptical” about the prospects for a breakthrough, it agreed to move forward out of respect for regional allies and diplomatic channels.

Tensions escalated recently after Trump suggested possible U.S. force in response to Iran’s crackdown on protesters, while simultaneously pressing Tehran to reach a deal curbing its nuclear ambitions.

🕊️ Signals From Tehran

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that he directed Araghchi to pursue “fair and equitable negotiations” — the clearest public indication yet that Tehran is open to renewed dialogue.

The move is widely seen as reflecting backing from Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, who has previously rejected direct negotiations with Washington.

🔎 Broader U.S. Demands

Meanwhile, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said Washington hopes discussions will eventually extend beyond nuclear concerns to address:

• Ballistic missile development 🚀

• Support for regional proxy groups ⚔️

• Iran’s treatment of its own citizens ⚖️

📌 A Critical Diplomatic Moment

The relocation of talks to Oman — a country that has historically played a mediating role in regional diplomacy — signals a pivotal moment for U.S.–Iran relations.

With skepticism high on both sides and regional tensions simmering, the upcoming negotiations will test whether renewed diplomacy can prevent further escalation — or whether mistrust will once again derail progress.