‘Better understanding’ reached in second round of US-Iran talks

The "relatively positive atmosphere" of the latest round of negotiations between Washington and Tehran in Rome led Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi to state that progress has been made on the "principles and objectives of a possible deal."

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Syria's Sharaa receives delegation of US lawmakers

An unofficial visit by Republican congressmen shows a willingness by certain contingents of the US legislature to engage with the administration of new Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, who is expected to push for the removal of sanctions on his government during talks with American officials.

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Iran, US to hold second round of nuclear talks in Rome

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi touched down on Italian soil on Saturday ahead of the weekend's second session of nuclear negotiations with the US, with the Iranian side expressing hopes that their American counterparts will approach the talks with “seriousness and genuine will” amid criticism of fluctuating US negotiation posititions.

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Iran unnerved by 'shifting' US approach to nuclear talks

An apparent fluctuation in demands by US authorities ahead of the second round of nuclear talks between Tehran and Washington has drawn criticism from Iranian authorities and commentators, adding uncertainty to the outcomes of the already fragile diplomatic engagement.

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Iran won't relent on sanctions relief in talks with US, says VP

Iran's First VP Mohammad Reza Aref declared that the country will not back down on sanctions removal in talks with the US, emphasizing it as a fundamental right. Despite positive reports from the Muscat meeting, however, Iranian hardliners remain skeptical about a fruitful deal.

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Iraq welcomes nuclear talks between US, Iran

Iraq's foreign ministry expressed its support for the opening of negotiations between Tehran and Washington on Saturday, expressing hope that "these discussions will yield favorable outcomes soon."

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Tensions, threats, hopes: What's at stake in upcoming US-Iran talks?

With talks between Washington and Tehran set to commence on Saturday, this deep dive analyzes what can be expected from the new dialogue and what its implications may be for the region.

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Iranian FM says Tehran to hold ‘indirect high-level’ talks with US Saturday

Tehran refutes US President Donald Trump's statement that there will be "direct talks" between the two countries, instead affirming that indirect negotiations will be held in Oman and saying that "the ball is in America's court."

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Iran fully prepared to thwart US strikes: Foreign Ministry

Iran's Foreign Ministry says the country stands ready to repel any potential US attack, affirms the "peaceful" nature of Tehran's nuclear program, and names Oman as the likely mediator for possible indirect talks with Washington.

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