US-Iran Indirect Nuclear Talks in Oman
Analysis based on 22 articles · First reported Feb 06, 2026 · Last updated Feb 07, 2026
The indirect talks between Iran and the United States, coupled with new U.S. sanctions on Iran's energy sector, create significant uncertainty in global energy markets. The heightened military presence and threats of force could lead to increased geopolitical risk premiums, potentially affecting oil prices and investor sentiment in the Middle East.
Iran and the United States held indirect talks in Muscat, Oman, to discuss Iran's nuclear program. The negotiations, mediated by Oman, appeared to be at an initial stage, focusing on establishing a framework for future discussions. The U.S. delegation included Adm. Brad Cooper, head of Central Command, signaling a strong military posture, with the USS Abraham Lincoln and other warships off Iran's coast. President Donald Trump maintained pressure, threatening force and imposing new sanctions on Iran's energy sector, targeting 14 oil tankers and 15 trading firms. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi expressed cautious optimism but insisted on a calm atmosphere and rejected proposals to broaden talks beyond the nuclear program or to halt uranium enrichment. Iran has also restricted inspections by the International Atomic Energy Agency since the U.S. withdrawal from the 2015 nuclear deal. Gulf Arab nations fear a regional conflict.
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