Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:37am on 06 Feb 2026,Friday International
Senior officials from the United States and Iran are due to begin direct talks in Oman as tensions rise over the risk of military conflict. The US team will be led by special envoy Steve Witkoff, while Iran’s delegation will be headed by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi. The talks aim to reduce tensions and build a path for wider negotiations. Washington wants limits on Iran’s nuclear work, missiles and regional armed groups. Tehran says discussions will focus only on its nuclear programme. President Donald Trump has warned Iran of bombing if no deal is reached, saying its leadership “should be very worried.” Iran has warned it will respond with force. (PC: BBC)
