WNAM REPORT: The Islamic Republic of Iran and the United States are set to begin the third round of indirect nuclear negotiations in the city of Geneva on Thursday. Here you can find the latest developments related to the talks.
What happened in the first two rounds of talks?
The first two rounds of indirect Iran–US negotiations in Muscat and Geneva marked a calculated return to diplomacy, defined by caution rather than optimism. Tehran entered the process following regional mediation efforts, particularly by Oman, with clear red lines: recognition of the principle of uranium enrichment and strict confinement of talks to the nuclear file. Iranian officials stressed that the objective is safeguarding nuclear rights alongside the effective lifting of sanctions, while warning that introducing non-nuclear issues would jeopardize the process. The initial round focused on clarifying positions and testing political seriousness amid deep public distrust shaped by past experiences.
The second round moved the talks beyond general exchanges toward substance. According to Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi, the parties reached a general understanding on a set of guiding principles, paving the way for drafting the text of a potential agreement. The presence of Rafael Grossi underscored the technical dimension of the discussions, as any future arrangement would involve defined verification mechanisms. While no final deal is imminent, the transition to text-based negotiations signals structured progress—placing the focus squarely on whether Washington is prepared to translate principles into balanced and durable commitments.
