Overview

• The United States and Iran held their first high-level talks since 2018 in Oman, mediated by Omani diplomats, with both sides describing the discussions as constructive.
• The brief initial session, which included some direct interaction, focused on establishing a framework for future negotiations and agreeing on a timeline for next steps.
• Iran seeks relief from U.S. sanctions that have severely impacted its economy, while the U.S. aims to curb Iran's nuclear program, which has reached 60% uranium enrichment.
• A key point of contention remains the format of the talks, with Iran insisting on indirect negotiations and the U.S. pushing for direct discussions.
• Both parties have agreed to continue talks next week, signaling cautious optimism despite ongoing U.S. military threats in the event of negotiation failure.