Iran’s Foreign Ministry doubled down on demands for clearer U.S. commitments to lift sanctions during high-stakes nuclear negotiations this week. Spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei told reporters in Tehran: "We need guarantees that past mistakes won’t repeat" – a nod to the 2015 deal collapse after Washington withdrew under Trump. 💥
Sanctions Relief in Focus
While Oman mediates behind the scenes, Baghaei emphasized no breakthrough yet: "The American side hasn’t clarified its position." Talks hit a snag over how to verify sanctions removal and Iran’s uranium enrichment levels. 🔍
Mediation & Stumbling Blocks
Oman’s top diplomat shuttled between capitals last weekend with a U.S. proposal, but details remain under wraps. After five rounds of talks since April, both sides admit gaps persist. "It’s like a TikTok negotiation – lots of moves, but the finale’s still unclear," one analyst quipped. 📉
With global energy markets watching, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Will Washington ease oil sanctions? Can Tehran scale back enrichment? Stay tuned. ⏳
