US-Iran live: Critical talks to be held in Oman after Trump threatens military action – UK Times

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Talks will begin today between the US and Iran over the country’s nuclear programme – the first since a war between Israel and Tehran last year.

Iran has said it wants Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi and U.S. Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff to discuss only nuclear issues in Muscat.

“Iran enters diplomacy with open eyes and a steady memory of the past year. We engage in good faith and stand firm on our rights. Commitments need to be honored,” Araqchi said on X on Friday ahead of the talks.