Iran and the USA set for another pivotal Muscat dialogue
On April 19, another round of talks between Iran and the USA regarding the nuclear program will take place in Muscat. This is a continuation of the negotiations that began on April 12.
What do you need to know?
- Another round of talks: On April 19 in Muscat, Oman, the second round of indirect negotiations between Iran and the United States concerning the Iranian nuclear program will occur.
- Meeting format: The negotiations are held indirectly, where the delegations remain in separate rooms, and communication between them is facilitated by Oman's foreign minister.
- Political context: Iran is accused by Israel and some Western countries of seeking to create nuclear weapons, which Tehran denies, claiming the program is civilian in nature.
How are the talks in Oman proceeding?
The first round of negotiations between Iran and the USA took place on April 12 in Muscat. The meeting lasted for over 2 and a half hours and was held in a friendly atmosphere. Oman's foreign minister, Badr al-Busaidi, assured that the talks were constructive in nature. Iran was represented by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, and the USA by the president's special envoy Steven Witkoff.
The meeting lasted for over 2 and a half hours in an indirect format - each delegation was in a separate room, and messages between them were conveyed by Oman's foreign minister, Badr al-Busaidi. He assured that the negotiations took place in a "friendly atmosphere" and were "constructive" in nature.
Why are the talks so important?
The United States has repeatedly threatened Iran with military action if it does not stop uranium enrichment. The White House is prepared to increase economic pressure on Tehran by imposing restrictions on Iranian oil exports.
Iran maintains that its nuclear program is solely for civilian purposes and that possessing nuclear weapons contradicts the principles of Islam.
