The fourth round of nuclear negotiations between Iran, the United States, and Oman has been postponed due to logistical and technical issues, Iran’s Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi announced on Friday.
In a post shared on social media, Araghchi reaffirmed Iran’s ongoing commitment to diplomacy and a peaceful resolution. “On Iran’s part, there is no change in our determination to secure a negotiated solution. In fact, we are more determined than ever to achieve a just and balanced deal, guaranteeing an end to sanctions, and creating confidence that Iran’s nuclear program will forever remain peaceful while ensuring that Iranian rights are fully respected,” he stated.
Recent Diplomatic Efforts in Muscat
Earlier in April, US Special Envoy Steven Witkoff met with Foreign Minister Araghchi in Muscat, Oman, to address lingering differences between the two nations. The meeting, hosted by Omani Foreign Minister Said Badr, also included the US Ambassador to Oman, Ana Escrogima.
The discussions were described as “positive and constructive,” with the US thanking Oman for facilitating the dialogue.
A Step Toward Renewed Diplomacy
According to Iran’s state news agency IRNA, negotiators from both sides exchanged views on Iran’s nuclear program and the possible removal of sanctions. The meeting marked the first formal communication of its kind in years.
IRNA also mentioned that these efforts followed a previous outreach from former US President Donald Trump to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, requesting the reopening of diplomatic talks.
Iran emphasized that it is giving diplomacy a genuine chance, provided that the American side demonstrates clear resolve and goodwill. The talks on April 13 were seen as a key step in gauging the seriousness of the US toward a renewed agreement.
The postponement of the next round does not signal a breakdown but highlights the complexity and sensitivity of ongoing negotiations aimed at reaching a peaceful and fair solution.
