High-stakes nuclear talks between the US and Iran will kick off this Friday, February 6, in Istanbul, marking the first major diplomatic engagement between the two nations in 2026. The meeting comes amid reports of naval movements and satellite imagery analysis suggesting heightened military readiness across the region. 🛰️⚔️
Who’s at the Table?
US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi will lead discussions, with Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Qatar, and the UAE also joining as regional stakeholders. A diplomat familiar with the talks described it as a "multilayer diplomatic chessboard," with bilateral and group meetings expected throughout the weekend.
Türkiye, hosting the talks, has positioned itself as a mediator, urging de-escalation amid fears of conflict. The inclusion of Gulf states signals a rare collaborative effort to address shared security concerns. 💡
