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Oman confirms US-Iran talks in Geneva on Thursday

Oman's foreign minister confirmed that U.S.-Iran talks will take place in Geneva on Thursday, with efforts focused on finalizing a deal. The discussions come amid ongoing mediation by Oman.

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February 23, 2026

Oman confirms US-Iran talks in Geneva on Thursday

FILE PHOTO: Oman's Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi meets with U.S. Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and U.S. President Donald Trump's son-in-law, Jared Kushner ahead of the indirect U.S.-Iran talks, in Geneva, Switzerland, February 17, 2026.

Oman’s Ministry Of Foreign Affairs/File Photo/Reuters

CAIRO — Oman's foreign minister confirmed that U.S.-Iran talks are scheduled to take place in Geneva on Thursday.


The minister, whose country has served as a mediator between the two sides, said the discussions are expected to have "a positive push to go the extra mile toward finalizing the deal."


-Reporting by Jaidaa Taha and Ahmed Tolba/Reuters

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