WANA (Feb 17) – Intensive and closely watched negotiations between Iran and the United States, mediated by Oman in Geneva, have come to an end, with the negotiating delegations departing the venue after hours of detailed discussions. According to officials, this round of talks had moved into the technical phase, focusing on sanctions relief and the future of Iran’s nuclear program — a stage that could prove decisive in shaping either a potential agreement or further diplomatic bargaining.

 

The discussions began the previous day with separate meetings between Iran’s Foreign Minister and his Omani counterpart, as well as with the Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency. During these meetings, Tehran formally conveyed its proposed framework regarding a return to nuclear commitments and the effective lifting of sanctions through intermediary channels.

 

On the second day, consultations intensified. The U.S. delegation met with the Omani mediator and the head of the IAEA, followed by multiple, layered discussions involving the Iranian side, Oman’s foreign minister, and the agency’s chief. The presence of Rafael Grossi was widely viewed by observers as a sign of serious attention to technical aspects, verification mechanisms, and implementation guarantees.

 

Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson stated that both sides had entered detailed technical discussions on sanctions relief and nuclear issues — a phase that typically signals a move beyond political generalities toward operational design and concrete mechanisms. He emphasized that the Iranian delegation was participating with the goal of safeguarding the legitimate rights and interests of the Iranian people and was prepared to continue negotiations as long as necessary to achieve results.

 

During this round, Iran also proposed the establishment of a regional consortium for the production of nuclear fuel plates. The initiative, according to Iranian officials, aims to enhance technical cooperation and transparency while preserving domestic production capacity. Tehran stressed that fuel plate production must remain inside the country and would not be fully outsourced abroad.

 

Meanwhile, a correspondent for the Lebanese network Al Mayadeen, citing Iranian sources, reported that the U.S. side appeared “more serious than before” in this round — an assessment that, if sustained, could signal a shift in tone compared to previous negotiations. No joint statement or formal agreement has yet been announced.

 

With this phase of talks concluded, diplomatic channels remain open. The move into technical discussions, the active involvement of the IAEA, and Oman’s continued mediation suggest that both sides are testing the feasibility of a workable understanding — one that could significantly influence the trajectory of Iran’s nuclear file and the future of international sanctions.

 

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