Turkey Offers to Host U.S.-Iran Negotiations, Affirms Neutral Stance

A senior Turkish diplomatic official has announced the country's readiness to host potential negotiations between the United States and Iran, stating that Ankara does not seek to impose itself as a mediator but allows the involved parties to determine the venue and framework for the talks.

Turkey's Experience in Hosting International Negotiations

The official highlighted Turkey's extensive experience in facilitating international negotiations and conflict resolution, noting that Ankara has served as a platform for dialogue between disputing international parties for many years.

Reports of Moving Negotiations to Oman

These Turkish statements follow media reports suggesting a possible relocation of the anticipated negotiations between Washington and Tehran from Istanbul to Muscat. Sources indicated that U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff intended to meet with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in Istanbul to discuss Iran's nuclear program.

U.S. Approval of Iran's Proposal

According to media reports, the U.S. administration has approved Iran's request to move the negotiations to Oman, where the next round of talks is expected to take place this coming Friday.

Negotiations Amid Rising Tensions Over Nuclear Program

These diplomatic efforts come amid ongoing tensions between Washington and Tehran regarding Iran's nuclear program, following the U.S. envoy's visit to Israel and his meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as part of regional consultations on the Iranian issue.