Oman will host a sixth round of nuclear negotiations between the United States and Iran this Sunday, the Omani Foreign Ministry announced on Thursday, as regional tensions escalate over Tehran's atomic program. The talks aim to revive a stalled agreement following years of diplomatic deadlock.
Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi confirmed the meeting in Muscat via social media, stating the discussions would address "critical steps toward regional stability." The talks come amid heightened rhetoric, with Iran threatening retaliation against U.S. bases if conflict erupts and Washington warning of military action should diplomacy fail.
Since April, the two sides have held five rounds of negotiations to replace the 2015 nuclear deal abandoned by former U.S. President Donald Trump in 2018. Trump, who returned to office in January, has reinstated sanctions under his "maximum pressure" campaign while urging Israel to delay potential strikes on Iranian facilities.
Analysts suggest Oman's neutral diplomatic stance positions it as a key mediator. However, skepticism remains as Trump recently expressed dwindling confidence in reaching a deal. The outcome could reshape security dynamics in the Middle East and global energy markets.
