U.S. and Iranian Officials to Meet as Trump’s Threats Loom

New York Times - World DiplomaticNews ReportEN 2 min read 75% complete by Ben Hubbard and Farnaz FassihiFebruary 2, 2026 at 08:26 PM
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U.S. and Iranian officials are expected to meet in Istanbul on Friday to discuss de-escalating tensions between the two countries. The meeting aims to bring together President Trump's Middle East envoy, Steve Witkoff, his son-in-law, Jared Kushner, and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. Senior officials from Turkey, Qatar, and Egypt are also expected to attend. The talks represent a rare direct encounter amid heightened tensions, with President Trump threatening military action if Iran doesn't meet his demands regarding its nuclear program, missile development, and support for regional militias. Iran has so far refused to negotiate under threat, raising concerns about potential conflict.

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Iran's leaders have said that they would not negotiate while under threat.

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Trump has threatened to bomb Iran if it did not yield to his demands.

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The talks aim to bring together Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and Abbas Araghchi.

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U.S. and Iranian officials are expected to meet in Istanbul on Friday for talks.

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Senior officials from Turkey, Qatar and Egypt are also expected to attend.

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