Overview

• A senior adviser to Ayatollah Ali Khamenei announced Iran's willingness to sign a nuclear deal if the US lifts all economic sanctions immediately.
• Under the proposed agreement, Iran would dismantle its enriched uranium stockpile, limit enrichment to civilian levels, and accept international inspections.
• US President Trump expressed optimism following four rounds of indirect talks in Oman, although tensions persist over sanctions and compliance sequencing.
• The US has expanded sanctions on Iran's oil and nuclear sectors, while Trump reiterated threats of 'maximum pressure' during a visit to Saudi Arabia.
• Germany, France, and the UK are set to resume parallel nuclear negotiations with Iran in Istanbul on May 16, highlighting ongoing multilateral efforts.