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US and Iran hold nuclear talks as Trump ramps up military threats

Iran's supreme leader 'should be very worried' says Trump amidst concerns of restarting nuclear plant
  • Critical talks between the US and Iran over a new nuclear agreement have commenced in Oman.
  • Senior officials from both nations are meeting to discuss Iran's nuclear programme amidst a significant US military buildup in the Middle East.
  • The discussions follow a period of heightened tensions, including US bombing of Iranian nuclear sites and Trump's threats of further military intervention.
  • Despite recent escalations, such as US forces shooting down an Iranian drone, both sides appear to be pursuing diplomacy.
  • The Iranian delegation is led by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, while the US team includes Trump’s special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner.
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