Oman continues mediation as US-Iran talks begin third round in Geneva

Shafaq News- Geneva

Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad al-Busaidi held meetings in Geneva with Iranian, US, and international officials as the third round of indirect talks between Tehran and Washington took place on Thursday, with Muscat facilitating exchanges between the two sides.

Al-Busaidi met Iran’s delegation head, Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, to review Tehran’s proposals and positions based on principles discussed during the previous round. The discussions focused on Iran’s views and suggestions aimed at reaching an agreement on its nuclear program.

The Omani minister also met the US delegation head and Presidential Envoy Steve Witkoff, addressing Iranian proposals and questions raised by the US negotiating team regarding key elements of Iran’s nuclear program and the guarantees required for a potential agreement.

Separately, he met Rafael Grossi, Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), to discuss technical issues related to Iran’s nuclear file and the agency’s professional role in ensuring transparency and oversight in any future arrangement.

“Mediation efforts are continuing in a constructive spirit,” al-Busaidi said, noting an “openness” from negotiators to new ideas and solutions.

Oman has played a central mediating role in US-Iran contacts, including in April 2025, following a message from US President Donald Trump to Iran’s Supreme Leader. Muscat also hosted the first round of the current talks.

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