Iran, US to Resume Rome Nuclear Talks This Weekend

Iran and the United States are scheduled to resume nuclear negotiations in Rome this weekend, with Oman acting as mediator, aiming to revive the 2015 nuclear deal and alleviate sanctions on Tehran. Ahead of the US-Iran talks, Iran will hold separate meetings with Britain, France, and Germany to coordinate diplomatic positions. Iran is reportedly offering a 'trillion-dollar' investment opportunity to the US to attract American industries to its energy and nuclear sectors as its economy faces sanctions. There is an internal debate in Iran about shifting away from supporting regional proxies toward increasing dialogue and soft power with Gulf neighbors. Despite these diplomatic moves, mistrust and ideological divisions within Iran’s leadership and continued US demands that Iran not develop nuclear weapons hinder progress. The parties remain divided on key issues, but ongoing efforts suggest cautious optimism for de-escalation.