The report stated that U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Trump's son-in-law Jared Kushner met face-to-face with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on the sidelines of talks hosted in Muscat. These developments come as negotiations are typically conducted through Omani intermediaries, where Omani Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi has been coordinating efforts between the two delegations. The round of talks ended without a 'major breakthrough,' with an agreement to resume discussions within a short period. A report by Axios on Friday, citing informed sources, confirmed that advisors to U.S. President Donald Trump held a rare direct meeting with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in the Sultanate of Oman, a move that could signal a shift in diplomatic channels between the two sides.
Direct US-Iran Talks in Oman
U.S. President's advisors held a rare direct meeting with Iran's Foreign Minister in Oman, potentially marking a turning point in diplomatic relations. The talks did not result in a breakthrough, but both sides agreed to resume consultations.