Second Round of Iran-US Negotiations to Be Held in Oman on Saturday
A second round of indirect talks between Tehran and Washington continues to be held in Oman's capital, Muscat, Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmail Baqaei confirmed.
Baqaei on Monday dismissed speculation about the venue for the second round of indirect talks between Iran and the United States."After consultations, it was decided that Muscat will continue to host the second round of these negotiations, which will be held on Saturday," he stated.“I explained about the location of the negotiations, which is perhaps being discussed too much. I repeat that the form and method of conducting the negotiations have not changed, and these negotiations will continue to be prepared by the Government of Oman,” he added.
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araqchi and Steve Witkoff, the US president’s special envoy for Middle East affairs, led the first round of indirect talks in Muscat on Saturday.The negotiations were the first between Iran and a Donald Trump administration, including the US president's 2017-2021 first term. Tehran and Washington have described the talks in Oman as “constructive” and shared the plans for more discussions next week.Iran has ruled out the possibility of engaging in direct negotiations with the US, saying Washington’s continued use of pressure and threats was fundamentally incompatible with meaningful diplomacy. Officials have stressed Tehran’s unwavering stance on the need for indirect, mediated dialogue in light of longstanding Washington's violations of international norms.
“In terms of the arrangements and the way to proceed, the esteemed Minister of Foreign Affairs of Oman, whom we appreciate for his professional approach in preparing and conducting these talks, will continue to host the talks as before,” Baqaei said.“Regarding the venue, the necessary information will be provided after it is finalized and agreed upon by all three parties,” he added.
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