Iran Holds Off on Scheduling Next Round of U.S. Talks: Time and Venue Still Undecided

Iran Holds Off on Scheduling Next Round of U.S. Talks: Time and Venue Still Undecided

In recent developments regarding the ongoing negotiations between Iran and the United States, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has dismissed rumors about the timing and location of the next round of talks. These discussions are crucial as they aim to address significant diplomatic issues.

Baqaei spoke to IRNA in Tehran on Sunday, clarifying that the schedule for the sixth round of negotiations has not been finalized. He emphasized that recent messages circulating on the X platform, allegedly from the Omani Ministry of Foreign Affairs, are mere fabrications. Here are the key points from his statements:

  • The timing and venue for the next round of talks remain undecided.
  • Previous negotiations were led by Foreign Minister Araqchi, with five rounds already completed.
  • Three rounds took place in Muscat and two in Rome, involving U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff.
  • The talks are mediated by Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Al-Busaidi.

Following the conclusion of the latest discussions in Rome, Araqchi remarked that it was “one of the most professional” rounds of negotiations to date since the diplomatic efforts began in April. He also noted that the American representatives now possess a “better, clearer and more precise understanding of our positions.”

As the situation develops, it is clear that both sides are striving for clarity and progress in their ongoing diplomatic engagements. Stay tuned for more updates on this critical matter.

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