US and Iranian negotiators meet for crunch nuclear talks – Middle East live

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 1 min read 100% complete by Guardian StaffFebruary 26, 2026 at 11:43 AM

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US and Iranian negotiators are meeting in Geneva for Oman-mediated nuclear talks, the third such meeting since June 2025. These discussions follow the US joining Israel's war against Iran and bombing Iranian nuclear and military sites, actions that initially halted previous negotiation attempts. Oman is mediating due to its neutral stance and vulnerability to regional instability. The talks aim to achieve a nuclear peace agreement, but the outcome remains uncertain. Failure could lead to potential US military action against Iran, raising concerns about wider regional conflict and Iranian retaliation, potentially including attacks on Israel.

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Oman News Agency 30% Steve Witkoff 40% Badr Albusaidi 40% Jared Kushner 40% Israel ×260% Middle East ×270% Oman ×470% United States ×790% Iran ×790%

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