Iran's abroad Minister Abbas Araghchi meets with his Omanese counterpart Sayyid Badrem Albusaidi before negotiating with American envoy to the mediate East Steve Witkoff in Maskata, 12 April 2025. © Iranian abroad Ministry via AP
Iran and the United States held their first diplomatic gathering in Oman's capital, Maskata on Saturday, and discussions focused on Tehran's atomic program and the possible relaxation of US sanctions.
Two-and-a-half-hour talks were held by Iranian abroad Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi and White home peculiar Envoy to the mediate East Steve Witkoff.Although negotiations were conducted indirectly through the mediation of Oman, the heads of the 2 delegations – Araghchi and Witkoff – briefly spoke face to face in the presence of the abroad Minister Omanu Badra al-Busaidi after the formal talks were concluded.Turning to reporters in Maskat, Araghchi described the first circular of negotiations as ‘constructive’ and taking place in "a calm and very respectful atmosphere"."No inappropriate language was utilized and both sides showed commitment to proceed talks until a mutually beneficial agreement was reached from an equal position" “The Iranian minister said.According to Araghchi, both parties intend to draw a general framework for the future agreement in the next circular of talks.He indicated that the second gathering was scheduled for April 19, although it may not take place in Maskat.“In the next circular of talks, we will effort to enter into a negotiation programme that will evidently have a timetable” — said, expressing hope that both sides will be able to finalise the plan to start ‘real talks’ Soon.By talking to reporters aboard the Air Force On Saturday night, president Donald Trump said talks with Tehran "They're going well."Nothing matters until you do, so I don't like to talk about it.
But everything's going well.
Things are going beautiful well with Iran.Meanwhile, the White home stressed that – despite Tehran's insistence on indirect talks – Witkoff met with Araghchi face to face, calling him "direct communication as a step forward in achieving a mutually beneficial outcome".Witkoff, a close trustee of president Trump and Washington's chief negotiator with Moscow, besides played a crucial function in regional diplomacy.
Even before the President's return to office, Witkoff is attributed to Israel's conviction to agree to a truce in the Gaza Strip.Another circular of negotiations with Iran is expected to take place on 19 April.
While both sides expressed cautious optimism, analysts noted that there were inactive serious challenges.Iranian officials publically opposed large concessions, while president Trump reportedly gave negotiators a two-month deadline, informing against possible military action if the talks fail.
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source:https://www.rt.com/news/615692-iran-us-nuclear-talks/
