Iran, US prepare for Oman talks after deadly protest crackdown

Summary

Iran and the United States are preparing for diplomatic talks in Oman focusing on the Iranian nuclear program and other tensions amid recent protest crackdowns and military threats.

Key Points
  • Iran and the United States are scheduled to hold talks in Oman to discuss diplomatic progress on the Iranian nuclear program and other issues.
  • The U.S. delegation aims for Iran to have zero nuclear capacity, while also retaining the possibility of military action.
  • Recent nationwide protests in Iran were met with a severe crackdown, resulting in thousands of deaths.
  • Regional leaders urge diplomacy to avoid military conflict, but Iran remains inflexible on U.S. demands regarding missiles and proxy groups.
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