The negotiations between United States and Iran concerning the nuclear dispute are scheduled for today in Oman.

As reported by Iranian media, the primary objective of these discussions will be to establish a new nuclear agreement.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and US Special Envoy for the Middle East, Steve Oetkoff, will engage indirectly in the talks.

White House spokesperson Caroline Levitt has asserted that the negotiations will be direct and that the US remains committed to preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons.

Oetkoff arrived in Oman following a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin and mentioned the possibility of seeking Russia’s assistance in resolving the Iranian nuclear issue.

It is important to note that US President Donald Trump had previously issued Iran a two-month deadline to curtail its nuclear program, warning that failure to reach an agreement could lead to military action against Iran, spearheaded by Israel.

Khamenei under unique pressure for US negotiations

According to a New York Times report, Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei is experiencing significant pressure from senior officials who have cautioned that rejecting talks with the US on the nuclear program could endanger the regime’s stability.

The report highlights that Khamenei held an important meeting with leaders from the judiciary and parliament last month, where these officials urged him to permit direct negotiations with Washington, emphasizing the increased risk of US and Israeli attacks on Iran’s nuclear facilities in Natanz and Fordow.

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Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf and President Masoud Bezhjiyan warned that military conflict could lead to economic disaster and civil unrest. They pointed out ongoing challenges, such as power outages and water shortages, which are already threatening daily life and resulting in the closure of schools and government offices in Yazd.

The New York Times also reported that Khamenei has finally agreed to negotiations but has set specific conditions, including a willingness to limit uranium enrichment and accept stricter monitoring, while refusing to discuss Iran’s missile program, which is viewed by some sources as a “deadlock.”

For the first time, Iran has shown readiness to address its regional policies and support for groups such as Hamas, Hezbollah, and Yemen’s Houthis. Nonetheless, Iran has denied plans to develop nuclear weapons, even as it has raised uranium enrichment levels to 60%, a threshold associated with weaponization.

The U.S. has consistently stated that Iran will not be permitted to develop nuclear weapons. President Trump has cautioned that should talks collapse, it could lead to a “very bad day” for Iran.

Ismail Baqai, spokesperson for Iran’s Foreign Ministry, noted on Friday that Iran is offering diplomacy a chance “with good intentions and full vigilance,” urging the U.S. to appreciate this decision.

Ali Shamkhani, an advisor to Khamenei, announced on social media that Araghchi has commenced indirect negotiations with full authority. He added that if Washington demonstrates seriousness, a clear path to an agreement could emerge.

Iranian hardline media have expressed skepticism regarding the negotiations, while reformist outlets are highlighting potential economic opportunities and investments.

US Special Envoy Steve Oetkoff arrived in Iran after discussions with President Putin in Russia, where technical consultations on nuclear issues took place involving Iran, China, and Russia.

Western nations, especially Germany, have encouraged both sides to pursue diplomatic solutions and regard the renewed dialogue between Iran and the U.S. as a promising development.