Overview
- The first round concluded on February 6 in Muscat with U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi leading their delegations.
- Araghchi described a very positive atmosphere and said the session addressed only Iran’s nuclear program.
- Oman’s Badr al-Busaidi said both sides clarified their views and identified areas where progress may be possible.
- U.S. officials had not commented following the meeting as Washington continues moving naval assets into Middle East waters and signals military options remain on the table.
- President Donald Trump warned of strikes if detained Iranian protesters are executed, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio said any meaningful outcome must also cover missiles, armed groups, and human rights.