Tensions in the Middle East may have found a diplomatic vent as Oman reports positive vibes from US-Iran nuclear talks in Geneva, despite a temporary halt. Foreign Minister Badr Albusaidi’s X post captured the mood: talks started Thursday morning with creative idea-sharing, now on break, but resumption promises progress.
This indirect parley, hosted under Omani mediation in Switzerland, represents a critical push to sidestep war after Trump’s bombastic threats and a 15-day Tehran ultimatum. Albusaidi noted both parties’ eagerness for innovative solutions.
Tehran doubles down on peaceful intentions. President Pezeshkian invoked Khamenei’s decree against nukes, stressing ‘absolutely no’ weapons program. UN watchdog Rafael Grossi might weigh in, per Iranian spokespersons.
US priorities extend beyond atoms: reining in Iran’s missiles and Houthi aid. Vance’s red-line rhetoric preceded: America bars nuclear-armed Iran.
Historically, Oman’s quiet brokerage has thawed frosty ties before. As negotiators sip coffee during the break, the onus is on translating positivity into pacts—averting escalation in a powder-keg region where missteps could ignite broader conflict.