Iran has officially accepted Oman’s recommendation to hold a new round of Iran-US nuclear talks this Friday in Rome.
The decision was confirmed on Wednesday by Esmaeil Baghaei, spokesman for Iran’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Baghaei emphasized that Iran remains fully committed to securing its national interests through peaceful nuclear development.
He said Tehran’s team will pursue rights to enrichment and the lifting of sanctions through all available diplomatic channels.
“We will not hesitate to use any initiative that protects our national interests,” Baghaei stated in his press briefing.
The talks, scheduled for Friday, May 23, represent the fifth round of Iran-US nuclear talks since indirect diplomacy resumed.
Earlier the same day, Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr Albusaidi posted on X to confirm the date and location.
He wrote, “The fifth round of Iran-US talks will take place in Rome this Friday, May 23.”
Previous Iran-US nuclear talks were held in both Muscat and Rome, with four indirect rounds already completed.
The upcoming session follows months of shuttle diplomacy led by Oman and other European intermediaries.
Meanwhile, Iran continues engaging with the E3 group – France, Germany, and Britain – on related nuclear issues.
Last Friday, representatives met in Istanbul for their sixth round of high-level talks since September 2024.
The discussions in Türkiye covered Iran’s nuclear activities, sanctions relief, and efforts to reduce regional tensions.
European diplomats praised the meetings as constructive, though significant gaps remain between negotiating parties.
The Iran-US nuclear talks in Rome are expected to focus on technical guarantees and phased sanctions removal.
Observers believe progress may depend on U.S. domestic dynamics and Iran’s commitment to transparency.
As the fifth round nears, Oman continues to play a vital mediating role in regional diplomacy.
All sides hope for steps toward de-escalation and renewed dialogue on a long-term nuclear agreement.
