Representatives from Iran and the USA are meeting in Rome for the second round of nuclear negotiations. The US delegation is led by Steve Witkoff, and the Iranian team by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghtschi. The Omani Foreign Minister, Badr al-Busaidi, is mediating.
President Trump has threatened military consequences if the talks fail, aiming to prevent an Iranian nuclear weapons program. Witkoff stated that an agreement requires Iran to halt uranium enrichment and weapons development. Araghtschi expressed openness to concessions on the nuclear program, denying intentions to develop a nuclear bomb.
Iran demands the lifting of US sanctions in return. A complete renunciation of nuclear technology is not up for debate. Further conflict points include Iran's missile program and Middle East policy, particularly its support for militant groups against Israel.