Iran and the United States are set to hold a new round of indirect nuclear talks in Rome on Saturday, as both sides continue to search for a resolution to their decades-long standoff over Tehran's nuclear ambitions.
The negotiations will be mediated by an Omani official, who will shuttle messages between U.S. Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi.
This round follows a productive first round of indirect talks held in Muscat last week, with both sides cautiously optimistic about the potential for progress. However, there have been no direct interactions between U.S. and Iranian officials since 2015, when former President Barack Obama was in office.
In a meeting with his Italian counterpart prior to the talks, Araqchi reiterated Iran's commitment to diplomacy, urging all parties involved to take the opportunity to reach a reasonable and logical nuclear deal. He emphasized that such an agreement must respect Iran's legitimate rights and result in the lifting of sanctions, while addressing concerns about Iran's nuclear activities.
Araqchi further expressed confidence that a deal could be reached if the U.S. adopts a realistic approach. However, Iranian officials have tempered expectations, with Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei noting that he remains neither overly optimistic nor pessimistic about the outcome.
For his part, U.S. President Donald Trump stated on Friday that his primary goal remains preventing Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons, while reiterating his hope for Iran's prosperity. Trump, who withdrew from the 2015 nuclear deal in 2018 and reimposed sanctions on Tehran, has since revived his "maximum pressure" campaign.
The U.S. seeks an agreement that would halt Iran's production of highly enriched uranium, which Washington believes could be used to build a nuclear bomb. Iran, however, maintains that its nuclear program is peaceful and is willing to negotiate certain limits on its program in exchange for sanctions relief, provided the U.S. offers ironclad guarantees that it will not backtrack again.
While the U.S. and Iran work toward a potential agreement, Israel has not ruled out a military strike on Iran's nuclear facilities, escalating tensions in the region. Iran has already breached several key limits of the 2015 nuclear deal, including exceeding the agreed-upon levels of uranium enrichment, and insists on keeping its centrifuges intact as part of any agreement.
Russia, a participant in the original nuclear agreement, has offered to assist in mediating the talks, emphasizing its role in facilitating dialogue between Tehran and Washington. As the negotiations unfold, both sides are under increasing pressure to find common ground before tensions escalate further.
The United States and Iran have concluded a fourth round of mediated talks in Muscat, Oman, showing signs of progress as both nations prepare for the next phase of negotiations.
The United States has warned that nuclear talks with Iran could be discontinued if a high-level meeting scheduled for Sunday in Oman does not produce concrete progress.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Friday the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Nethanyau is trying out of “utter desperation” to disrupt the current indirect nuclear negotiations process between Iran and the United States.
Iran has agreed to hold a fourth round of indirect nuclear talks with the United States on Sunday in Oman.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi will visit Saudi Arabia and Qatar on Saturday to attend the Iran-Arab World Dialogue summit in Doha, as preparations continue for a possible fourth round of U.S.-Iran nuclear talks in Oman over the weekend.
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has arrived in Kazakhstan for an official visit, paving the way for stronger bilateral relations.
Eurovision hopefuls hit the turquoise carpet in Basel as Switzerland hosts the song contest for the first time since 1989—setting the stage for a week of music, unity, and glitter.
Qatar has denied reports of gifting a luxury jet to President Trump for use as Air Force One, stating the matter is still under legal review with no final decision made.
Hamas has released a hostage, identified as Alexander, in what it described as a goodwill gesture toward U.S. President Donald Trump. The confirmation came late Sunday from Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff in a message to the Associated Press.
U.S. and Chinese officials reported "substantial progress" in tariff negotiations held in Geneva, though specific details remain scarce. A joint statement is expected to be released on Monday.
India has fired a series of missiles into Pakistani-controlled territory, in what it has described as “Operation Sindoor”
For the first time in history, an American has been chosen to lead the Catholic Church, as Cardinal Robert Prevost is named pope.
A Rafale fighter jet operated by the Indian Air Force has reportedly been shot down for the first time in combat, according to sources cited by CNN, marking a significant and symbolic development in the ongoing escalation between India and Pakistan.
Pope Leo XIV made a surprise visit to the Basilica of Our Lady of Good Counsel in Genazzano. AnewZ covered the event, with journalist Maria Rodriguez Abalde on-site. She witnessed the occasion firsthand and documented key moments. More images and footage will be available soon.
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has arrived in Kazakhstan for an official visit, paving the way for stronger bilateral relations.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has welcomed Russia’s latest signal for renewed peace talks with Ukraine, offering Istanbul once again as a venue for direct negotiations.
Russian President Vladimir Putin conducted a late-night press conference at the Kremlin on Saturday, the first of its kind in the country's history.
Ukrainian authorities are unwilling to engage in talks to resolve the conflict with Russia, Kremlin Spokesman Dmitry Peskov said in an interview with ABC News.
On May 10, Azerbaijani Army positions near Chambarak were fired upon, prompting a response from Azerbaijani forces, according to the Ministry of Defense.
Abu Dhabi Crown Prince Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan has arrived in Kazakhstan for an official visit, paving the way for stronger bilateral relations.
Eurovision hopefuls hit the turquoise carpet in Basel as Switzerland hosts the song contest for the first time since 1989—setting the stage for a week of music, unity, and glitter.
Qatar has denied reports of gifting a luxury jet to President Trump for use as Air Force One, stating the matter is still under legal review with no final decision made.
Hamas has released a hostage, identified as Alexander, in what it described as a goodwill gesture toward U.S. President Donald Trump. The confirmation came late Sunday from Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff in a message to the Associated Press.
U.S. and Chinese officials reported "substantial progress" in tariff negotiations held in Geneva, though specific details remain scarce. A joint statement is expected to be released on Monday.
You can download the AnewZ application from Play Store and the App Store.
What is your opinion on this topic?
Leave the first comment