Iran, U.S. Conclude Second Round of Indirect Talks in Rome, Agree to Continue Next Week
Rome, The Gulf Observer: The second round of indirect negotiations between Iran and the United States concluded on Saturday in Rome, with both parties agreeing to reconvene next week to continue efforts aimed at resolving longstanding disputes.
The discussions, mediated by Omani Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, focused primarily on Iran’s civilian nuclear program and the potential lifting of U.S. sanctions imposed on the Islamic Republic.
The Iranian delegation was led by Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi, while the U.S. was represented by President Donald Trump’s Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff. Talks were conducted indirectly, with Al Busaidi relaying messages between the two delegations.
In a statement posted on X (formerly Twitter), Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei described the discussions as “useful” and praised the “constructive atmosphere” facilitated by Oman’s diplomacy.
The Rome talks are a continuation of earlier negotiations held last weekend in Muscat, Oman, and are part of a broader diplomatic push to de-escalate tensions and seek mutually acceptable solutions on nuclear and economic issues.
According to Baqaei, technical-level discussions will resume in the coming days, with chief negotiators from both sides scheduled to meet again next Saturday.
