Overview
- The United States and Iran concluded a second round of indirect nuclear negotiations in Rome on April 19, mediated by Oman, with both sides reporting progress.
- Expert-level technical discussions are scheduled to begin in Oman on April 23, focusing on sanctions relief and Iran's nuclear program, followed by high-level talks on April 26 in Muscat.
- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff described the Rome talks as constructive, achieving a better understanding of shared principles and goals.
- The negotiations aim to establish a fair and binding agreement that ensures Iran's nuclear program remains peaceful while lifting economic sanctions.
- Iran continues to assert its nuclear program is for civilian purposes, despite international concerns over its uranium enrichment reaching 60% purity, nearing weapons-grade levels.