Muscat: Oman will host crucial nuclear negotiations between the U.S. and Iran this weekend, the first direct talks in years. Tensions flared after a top aide to Iran’s Supreme Leader warned the country might expel UN nuclear inspectors if threatened.
According to Dynamite News correspondent, Iran could propose a temporary nuclear deal this weekend before starting extensive negotiations. A top Iranian official warned they might expel UN nuclear inspectors if threatened. The official also said Iran may move its enriched uranium to hidden locations. U.S. officials immediately called these threats "dangerous and miscalculated".
Iran's Foreign Minister Abasaraki will lead negotiations for Tehran. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff will spearhead the USA Team. Notably, a former Trump administration official added tension by refusing to rule out military strikes if talks collapse.
"Iran could restrict IAEA cooperation if attacked," said Admiral Ali Sham Khani on social media. This followed Trump’s refusal to rule out military strikes if Iran pursues nukes.
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio struck a hopeful note: "These talks could lead to peace." But officials stressed Iran’s actions contradict claims of a peaceful nuclear program.
With Iran enriching uranium near weapons-grade levels and the U.S. warning against "miscalculations," Saturday’s meeting could either ease tensions or accelerate confrontation.
