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US and Iran Report Progress in Nuclear Talks, Set Next Meeting in Europe

Negotiators in Oman engaged in detailed discussions on uranium enrichment and sanctions relief but key differences remain unresolved.

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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrives ahead of negotiations with the U.S., in Muscat, Oman, April 25, 2025.
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Overview

  • The United States and Iran concluded the third round of mediated nuclear negotiations in Muscat, Oman, with both sides describing the talks as productive and serious.
  • Discussions involved economic, banking, and nuclear experts, focusing on uranium enrichment, verification measures, and sanctions relief for Iran.
  • Key disagreements persist, particularly over Iran's insistence on its uranium enrichment rights and the US demand to prevent nuclear weapons development.
  • Negotiators agreed to reconvene for further talks in Europe, with a high-level meeting provisionally scheduled for May 3.
  • Oman, represented by Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi, continues to mediate the discussions, emphasizing mutual respect and addressing core technical concerns.