U.S. and Iran to Hold Talks in Oman on Friday

New York Times - World DiplomaticNews ReportEN 5 min read 100% complete by Farnaz FassihiFebruary 5, 2026 at 03:45 AM

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The U.S. and Iran will hold negotiations in Oman on Friday, February 6, 2026, marking the first talks since June's conflict that damaged Iran's nuclear facilities. The meeting, confirmed by both the White House and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, will involve Araghchi, U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, and Oman's foreign minister. The talks aim to de-escalate tensions after weeks of mediation by regional countries seeking to prevent further conflict. The meeting follows threats of military action from President Trump if Iran doesn't meet U.S. demands regarding its nuclear program, missiles, and support for militant groups. Iran has rejected these demands, threatening retaliation for any attack.

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Mr. Trump has threatened Iran with a “massive armada”.

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The meeting would be the first time Tehran and Washington held talks since the 12-day war in June with Israel.

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U.S. and Iran will meet for negotiations in Oman on Friday.

factual — White House and Abbas Araghchi100% confidence

Abbas Araghchi and his team were expected to meet with Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.

factual — three senior Iranian officials90% confidence

Iran crushed the protests with lethal force, killing at least 6,883 people.

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12-day war 40% Middle East ×240% Muscat 40% Israel ×250% Jared Kushner ×260% Donald Trump ×260% White House ×270% Oman ×570% Steve Witkoff ×370% Abbas Araghchi ×580% United States ×790% Iran ×1190%

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u.s. iran talks 100% oman 80% nuclear program 70% middle east 60% military strikes 60% negotiations 50% regional conflict 50% steve witkoff 40% abbas araghchi 40%