Iran says nuclear talks show potential following proposals by Oman
May 23 (Reuters) - Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Friday there was potential for progess in nuclear negotiations with the U.S. after mediator Oman made several proposals, adding that the talks were complicated and more discussions were needed.
"We've just completed one of the most professional rounds of negotiations," Araqchi said after the fifth round of talks concluded between the U.S. and Iran.
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