Overview

• The United States and Iran will hold their fourth round of indirect nuclear negotiations on Sunday in Oman, following a delay initially attributed to logistical reasons.
• Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi confirmed the talks are progressing, while rejecting claims that Tehran proposed direct negotiations with Washington.
• President Trump recently met privately with Israeli Strategic Affairs Minister Ron Dermer to discuss nuclear talks and Gaza, highlighting growing friction between the allies.
• Israel has expressed alarm over Trump’s recent Houthi ceasefire announcement, which excluded consultation with Israeli officials, further straining U.S.–Israel coordination.
• Amid these developments, Trump has reiterated his willingness to use military force against Iran if a new nuclear agreement cannot be reached.