The Latest Breaking News from Iran

Washington moved an ‘armada’ to the region last month in an effort to pressure Tehran into a deal

The decision to become a founding member of the “Board of Peace” marks Baku’s attempt to translate regional clout into international weight, while navigating sensitive regional dynamics with Iran.

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INDEPENDENT PERSIAN: The Islamic Republic has now entered a new phase of systematic repression, reports Amirhossein Miresmaeili, as lawyers warn of an unprecedented scale of repression despite ongoing meetings with the US

Iran and the United States are set for talks Friday in Oman over Tehran's nuclear program

A convoy believed to be carrying American officials has left the site of talks between Iran and the United States in Muscat, Oman

Donald Trump says another meeting set for next week while warning of ‘very steep’ consequences if Tehran doesn’t make a deal

The talks are the first diplomatic encounter between the United States and Iran since Washington joined Israel's conflict against the Islamic republic in June with strikes on nuclear sites.

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi warned of defending against US "adventurism" ahead of Oman-mediated talks. He emphasized diplomacy for national interests, stating Iran is ready to protect its sovereignty. The discussions aim to address Tehran's nuclear program, with both nations holding differing views on past events and future commitments.

The US president has repeatedly threatened to bomb Tehran if it does not scale back its nuclear programme

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