Breakthrough in Negotiations with Iran: Omani Mediation Raises Hope for Nuclear Deal

The situation surrounding Iran's nuclear program has gained unexpected momentum following declarations from Muscat. The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Oman, acting as a key mediator, informed of a fundamental shift in Tehran's stance. According to Omani diplomacy, Iranian authorities have expressed readiness to completely cease stockpiling enriched uranium. This is a proposal described by mediators as "completely new," which theoretically could lead to the permanent elimination of the risk of Iran building weapons of mass destruction. Omani representatives assess that the problem has been "cracked," and signing a final peace agreement is now within reach. This declaration comes at a critical moment, as the International Atomic Energy Agency reports the presence of uranium enriched to 60 percent at facilities in Isfahan. However, the enthusiasm of Middle Eastern diplomats is not shared by the White House. President Donald Trump publicly distanced himself from optimistic reports, stating plainly that he is not satisfied with the Iranian side's stance. The American leader emphasized that diplomatic games with Tehran have been ongoing for decades, so far not providing real security guarantees for the United States and its allies. Trump suggested that while he still gives negotiations a chance, "sometimes force is necessary" to enforce desired behaviors on the international stage. Such a position indicates deep distrust in Washington towards assurances of a sudden change of course by the Iranian regime, which, according to the U.S. administration, still employs hostage diplomacy against citizens of Western nations. Since the U.S. withdrawal from the JCPOA nuclear deal in 2018, Iran has systematically increased its uranium enrichment level, exceeding limits set in 2015 and approaching military-grade levels.The situation remains exceptionally tense, as there is no independent confirmation of Oman's declaration by the International Atomic Energy Agency. The agency warns that without full access to nuclear facilities, it cannot verify whether Iran has indeed ceased work on enriching fissile materials. The discrepancy between the mediators' optimism and Washington's hardline rhetoric heightens uncertainty in energy and political markets. While Oman strives to finalize a historic compromise, the U.S. administration seems to be preparing the ground for a tougher course if the latest proposals are not backed by concrete inspections and infrastructure dismantlement. The dynamically changing situation forces neighboring countries in the region to be fully prepared for a potential escalation of conflict, which, combined with the threat of targeted U.S. strikes, makes the current negotiations the most risky in recent years. „I am not happy with the way Iran is negotiating. We have been playing with them for many years.” — President of the United States, skeptical of the current nuclear negotiations with Iran. „Peace is within reach. Iran has agreed to never have nuclear bomb material.” — Minister of Foreign Affairs of Oman, chief mediator in talks between the USA and Iran.