Overview

• The next round of indirect nuclear negotiations between the USA and Iran is scheduled for Saturday in Rome, following recent talks in Muscat, Oman.
• President Donald Trump has warned of severe consequences, including potential military strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities, if Tehran continues its nuclear program.
• Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghtschi is traveling to Russia this week to consult with Russian officials on the ongoing negotiations.
• The 2018 US withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear agreement led to Iran scaling back its commitments and accelerating uranium enrichment, escalating tensions.
• The negotiations, mediated by Oman, are seen as pivotal for addressing nuclear proliferation concerns and stabilizing regional security dynamics.