OMAN/WASHINGTON: Iran and the United States (US) began high-stakes negotiations in Oman on Friday to resolve long-standing disputes over Tehran’s nuclear programme. However, differences over the agenda and additional issues threaten to derail diplomacy and escalate regional tensions. Read More: Oman hosts crucial US–Iran talks amid rising tensions While both sides have expressed willingness to engage, Washington has […]
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Trump predicts Iran will seek a deal amid military standoff
WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump said on Friday he believes Iran would prefer to negotiate a deal rather than face US military action, despite Tehran asserting that its missile arsenal is non-negotiable. Read More: Trump plans talks amid rising Iran tensions “I can say this, they do want to make a deal,” Trump told reporters in the Oval Office, […]
Macron signals tough conditions for Iran in future EU talks
French President Emmanuel Macron has indicated that any renewed negotiations between Europe and Iran would come with strict conditions. Speaking in Paris, Macron said Iran would face demands to halt uranium enrichment and restrict its missile program if talks progress. He stated that any agreement would require Iran to significantly limit its nuclear activities, especially […]