Oman Confirms US-Iran Nuclear Talks Cancelled After Israeli Strikes

The scheduled US-Iran nuclear talks in Muscat, Oman, set for Sunday, have been cancelled following a major Israeli airstrike on Iranian nuclear and military sites that killed several top commanders, leading to retaliatory missile attacks from Iran. Oman, acting as the mediator, confirmed the cancellation but emphasized that diplomacy remains the only path to lasting peace. Iran condemned the attacks and accused the US of enabling Israel's actions, calling continued negotiations unjustifiable amid the escalation. Despite initial plans for a sixth round of talks involving US envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian officials, the recent violence has cast serious doubt on the prospects for diplomacy, with Tehran threatening to target US military bases if attacked. US President Donald Trump maintained a stance that Iran might have a second chance to return to negotiations but warned of severe consequences if Iran fails to comply. The diplomatic efforts aimed to curb Iran's uranium enrichment and prevent nuclear weapon development but have been severely undermined by the current conflict.