Oblique talks between Iranian and US delegations, brokered by Oman, kicked off within the Omani capital, Muscat, on Saturday.
Spokesperson for the Iranian International Ministry Esmaeil Baqaei stated in a publish on his X account that the oblique talks between Iranian International Minister Abbas Araqchi and the US president’s particular envoy for the Center East, Steve Witkoff, began in Muscat with Omani International Minister Sayyid Badr Hamad Al Busaidi performing as an middleman.
He acknowledged the negotiations are held in a location ready by host Oman, noting that the Iranian and American representatives have been accommodated in separate halls.
The 2 sides are exchanging their views and stances through the overseas minister of Oman, Baqaei added.
Talking to reporters after a gathering together with his Omani counterpart on Saturday morning, Araqchi stated Iran has taken half within the discuss with “the required seriousness”.
“It’s our intention to succeed in a good and honorable settlement on equal standing,” the Iranian overseas minister acknowledged.
He added that if the US enters the talks with the identical strategy, there would be the probability of a preliminary deal that might outline a path to negotiations.
Many preliminary and elementary points will change into clear on Saturday, Araqchi defined, noting, “Ample dedication of the 2 sides will enable us to determine on a timetable, nonetheless it’s nonetheless early to speak about it.”
