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Miami Herald
22-05-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
New US-Iran Nuclear Talks as Tensions Rise
A round of U.S-Iran talks has been announced to take place in Italy as tensions loom over negotiations for a new nuclear agreement. Newsweek has contacted the U.S. State Department and the Iranian Foreign Ministry for comment. Iran and the United States remain deeply divided over uranium enrichment as both sides prepare for a new round of nuclear talks. While Washington insists on a complete halt to Iran's enrichment activities, Tehran has vowed to continue its program regardless of any deal. The fifth round of nuclear talks is set to take place in Rome on Friday, Badr Albusaidi, the foreign minister of Oman-which is mediating the negotiations-announced on X, formerly Twitter. Esmaeil Baqaei, a spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry, confirmed the news, saying the negotiating team was "determined and steadfast" in pursuing the right to enrichment and the lifting of sanctions, according to the Islamic Republic News Agency. Steve Witkoff, President Donald Trump's special envoy to the Middle East, said on Sunday that the U.S. would not accept any enrichment activity as part of a future deal with Iran. The American president has threatened Iran with possible military action if it does not agree to a deal. Daniel R. DePetris, a fellow at Defense Priorities, wrote on X: "I'm not sure what to make about the Trump administration's public comments vis-a-vis the talks. Witkoff's rhetoric has become quite hawkish over the last few weeks. Over the weekend, he again pushed the 'no enrichment for Iran' line ("We cannot allow even 1 percent of an enrichment capability"). The Iranians are obviously quite upset about this change in narrative." A spokesperson for the U.S. State Department previously told Newsweek: "The President has been clear: Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon. He has expressed his willingness to pursue a deal with Iran. If the Iranian regime does not want a deal, the President is clear he will pursue alternatives." X user Hossein Tabatabaei wrote: "Dear Mr. Badr Albusaidi, as an Iranian, I will always speak fondly of the Omani government and you personally. Thank you for your kindness. However, I have a suggestion to help the negotiations succeed: please lock Mr. Araghchi and Mr. Witkoff in a room together and only release them once they have resolved their issues. This way, you will find relief, and the Iranian people will pray for you." The upcoming meeting is expected to play a pivotal role in determining whether diplomacy advances or tensions resume. Related Articles How to Build a Nuclear Weapon - What is Uranium Enrichment For?Are US-Iran Nuclear Talks at a Dead-End? | OpinionIran Seals Russia Defense Pact as US Nuclear Tensions RiseIsrael Preparing Strike on Iran Amid US Tensions: Report 2025 NEWSWEEK DIGITAL LLC.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Oil Prices Fall as Uncertainty Clouds Market Outlook
Crude oil prices, which had been on the rise earlier this week, retreated partially following a report of an inventory build in the United States that traders apparently did not expect as well as uncertainty surrounding geopolitical developments in the Middle East. At the time of writing, Brent crude was trading at $64.82 per barrel and West Texas Intermediate was changing hands for $61.50 per barrel, both down from Wednesday's close. The dip followed the U.S. Energy Information Administration's latest weekly inventory report, released yesterday, which revealed builds across the board. Crude oil inventories added 1.3 million barrels, the EIA said, and gasoline and middle distillates rose by 800,000 barrels and 600,000 barrels, respectively. Despite the modest build in fuel inventories, the trajectory pressured oil benchmarks. 'While rising U.S. inventories have raised concerns, some investors expect the summer driving season starting after Memorial Day weekend to draw down stocks, limiting further downside,' Nissan Securities analyst Hiroyuki Kikukawa told Reuters. According to Bloomberg, the prospect of an end to the war in the Ukraine and the 'fast-faltering nuclear talks' between Washington and Tehran also applied downward pressure on oil prices. Both developments would have bearish implications for oil prices, indeed. However, both of them are far from guaranteed in the immediate term. Earlier in the week, prices moved higher on reports that Israel's government had plans for direct strikes on Iranian nuclear facilities. The reports were attributed by CNN to U.S. intelligence community members and government officials, one of whom told the media that the likelihood of such strikes 'has gone up significantly in recent months.' The news report about these plans pushed oil 1% higher. The next round of U.S-Iran talks begins tomorrow in Rome. The outcome remains uncertain as the two sides appear to still have irreconcilable differences with regard to Iran's nuclear plans. By Irina Slav for More Top Reads From this article on Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Newsweek
22-05-2025
- Business
- Newsweek
New US-Iran Nuclear Talks as Tensions Rise
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A round of U.S-Iran talks has been announced to take place in Italy as tensions loom over negotiations for a new nuclear agreement. Newsweek has contacted the U.S. State Department and the Iranian Foreign Ministry for comment. Why It Matters Iran and the United States remain deeply divided over uranium enrichment as both sides prepare for a new round of nuclear talks. While Washington insists on a complete halt to Iran's enrichment activities, Tehran has vowed to continue its program regardless of any deal. A mural depicting the two supreme leaders of Iran near Enghelab (Revolution) Square in downtown Tehran on April 8. A mural depicting the two supreme leaders of Iran near Enghelab (Revolution) Square in downtown Tehran on April 8. MOHAMMADALI NAJIB/Middle East Images/AFP/Getty Images What To Know The fifth round of nuclear talks is set to take place in Rome on Friday, Badr Albusaidi, the foreign minister of Oman—which is mediating the negotiations—announced on X, formerly Twitter. Esmaeil Baqaei, a spokesperson for the Iranian Foreign Ministry, confirmed the news, saying the negotiating team was "determined and steadfast" in pursuing the right to enrichment and the lifting of sanctions, according to the Islamic Republic News Agency. Steve Witkoff, President Donald Trump's special envoy to the Middle East, said on Sunday that the U.S. would not accept any enrichment activity as part of a future deal with Iran. The American president has threatened Iran with possible military action if it does not agree to a deal. What People Are Saying Daniel R. DePetris, a fellow at Defense Priorities, wrote on X: "I'm not sure what to make about the Trump administration's public comments vis-a-vis the talks. Witkoff's rhetoric has become quite hawkish over the last few weeks. Over the weekend, he again pushed the 'no enrichment for Iran' line ("We cannot allow even 1 percent of an enrichment capability"). The Iranians are obviously quite upset about this change in narrative." A spokesperson for the U.S. State Department previously told Newsweek: "The President has been clear: Iran cannot have a nuclear weapon. He has expressed his willingness to pursue a deal with Iran. If the Iranian regime does not want a deal, the President is clear he will pursue alternatives." X user Hossein Tabatabaei wrote: "Dear Mr. Badr Albusaidi, as an Iranian, I will always speak fondly of the Omani government and you personally. Thank you for your kindness. However, I have a suggestion to help the negotiations succeed: please lock Mr. Araghchi and Mr. Witkoff in a room together and only release them once they have resolved their issues. This way, you will find relief, and the Iranian people will pray for you." What Happens Next The upcoming meeting is expected to play a pivotal role in determining whether diplomacy advances or tensions resume.
Axios
26-04-2025
- Politics
- Axios
U.S. and Iran conclude third round of nuclear talks and agree to meet again next week
The U.S. and Iran concluded on Saturday the third round of nuclear talks and agreed to meet again on May 3, said Omani foreign minister Badr Al-Busaidi, who is mediating between the parties. Why it matters: The talks in Muscat on Saturday were the first time the parties dived into the technical details of a possible nuclear deal, especially the limitations the U.S. wants to impose on Iran's nuclear program and the sanctions Iran wants the U.S. to lift. The fact the parties agreed to meet again is a signal for further progress in the negotiations. President Trump said in an interview with Time magazine published on Friday that he thinks "we can make a deal without the attack. I hope we can." Asked if he's open to meeting Iranian leaders he said: "Sure." Driving the news: The talks on Saturday took place between working-level teams from both sides and between the chief negotiators White House envoy Steve Witkoff and Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araghchi. What they are saying:"U.S-Iran talks today identified a shared aspiration to reach agreement based on mutual respect and enduring commitments. Core principles, objectives and technical concerns were all addressed", the Omani foreign minister said. The spokesman of the Iranian foreign ministry Esmaeil Baqaei said the talks were held in a "serious atmosphere".
