U.S.-Iran Nuclear Talks Resume After Trump Return

The U.S. and Iran have concluded their first round of nuclear talks since Donald Trump's return to office, with both sides describing the discussions as positive and agreeing to resume negotiations on April 19. These talks, facilitated by Oman's foreign minister in Muscat, represent the first direct communication between U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi since the termination of the previous nuclear agreement in 2018. Despite the constructive atmosphere, significant distrust remains between the nations, compounded by escalating regional tensions, such as U.S. military deployments and Israeli threats against Iran's nuclear facilities. President Trump has expressed cautious optimism about the talks but stressed that outcomes are uncertain until finalized. Iran has emphasized the need for a 'real and fair agreement,' while the U.S. seeks a swift resolution to curb Iran's nuclear ambitions, with military options still on the table if diplomacy fails.