Iran and US Hold Indirect Nuclear Talks in Oman After 2025 Strikes
Key Takeaways
- Indirect U.S.-Iran nuclear talks held in Oman.
- First negotiations since U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites last summer.
- Talks moved from Turkey to Oman at Tehran's request; Arab states' participation discussed.
Talks in Oman
Iran and the United States held indirect nuclear talks in Oman on February 7, 2026.
“Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has confirmed that nuclear talks between his country and the United States will take place this week in Oman”
The talks were moved from Turkey to Oman at Iran's insistence.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi described the talks as a good start.
President Trump said the United States had very good talks but warned of steep consequences.
The presence of U.S. Navy Adm. Brad Cooper underscored the military backdrop.
The talks came amid heightened tensions, including the U.S. shooting down an Iranian drone.
Disagreements on Scope
The talks in Oman focused narrowly on Iran's nuclear program.
The United States insisted broader issues be addressed in subsequent discussions.
Iranian officials rejected including these topics in the initial talks.
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said the talks must include Iran's ballistic missiles.
The Guardian reported that the U.S. was determined that its agenda should prevail.
The New York Times reported that Iran had agreed to discuss its ballistic missile program and proxy terror groups.
Military Pressure and Regional Dynamics
The talks took place against a backdrop of intense military pressure.
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The USS Abraham Lincoln was positioned off Iran's coast.
U.S. forces had shot down an Iranian drone.
Trump had repeatedly threatened military action.
At least nine countries urged the White House not to cancel the meeting.
The Guardian quoted Trump saying he should be very worried.
Skepticism and Next Steps
Skepticism remained high on both sides.
The Trump administration was very skeptical that the talks would be successful.
Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi said continuation depended on consultations in respective capitals.
Iran insists it must retain its right to enrich uranium inside Iran.
The talks were the first since U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites ended 12 days of war with Israel.
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