Iran and America ready to negotiate on nuclear program, next round on April 19 – What will be the new agreement?

New Delhi, April 13, 2025: There has been a positive development amid the long-standing tension between Iran and the US. Both countries have agreed to continue talks on Iran's nuclear program, and the next round will be held in Oman on April 19, 2025. On Saturday, April 12, 2025, indirect talks were held for the first time in Muscat, the capital of Oman, in which both sides showed a positive attitude. This dialogue could be the most important diplomatic step between the US and Iran in the last 50 years. Let us know what is this deal, and what are the expectations.

Result of the first talks

The first indirect talks were held under the mediation of Oman's Foreign Minister Badr al-Busaidi, which included Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi from Iran and Special Envoy for West Asia Steve Witkoff from the US. The talks lasted for more than two hours and began at 3:30 pm local time and ended at 5:50 pm. Oman's Foreign Ministry said in a statement that both sides described the talks as "constructive and positive".

The US White House also described the talks as "a step forward" and thanked Oman for mediation. "President Donald Trump has instructed Steve Witkoff to resolve differences through diplomacy and dialogue," a White House spokesman said. Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Ismail Baghei said, "This is only the beginning, and we are giving diplomacy a real opportunity."

Next round on April 19

The two sides have agreed that the next talks will be held again in Oman on April 19, 2025. This time too the talks will be indirect, in which Oman will play the role of mediator. Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi said that if both sides show will, the results can be positive, but haste is not good. The US has made it clear that the goal of the talks is to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons, while Iran says its nuclear program is for peaceful purposes.

Why is this dialogue important?

Iran's nuclear program has long been a cause of concern for the international community. In 2015, the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) agreement was signed between Iran and six world powers (US, Russia, China, France, UK, Germany), in which Iran promised to limit its nuclear activities and accept IAEA monitoring. But in 2018, Donald Trump withdrew the US from the deal and re-imposed tough economic sanctions on Iran, increasing tensions.

In Trump's recent statements, he has repeatedly said that if Iran does not sign a new agreement, military action could be taken on its nuclear bases. On the other hand, Iran claims that its program is only for energy and medical purposes, but the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) says that Iran has increased its stock of pure uranium by 60%, which is a danger signal towards making weapons.

What is trending on social media?

#IranUSNuclearTalks and #OmanMediation are trending on social media. Many users have termed this dialogue as "hope for peace", while some have questioned Trump's threats. In a post, a user wrote, "If Trump really wants peace, then why the threats? Iran should be given a chance to negotiate." On the other hand, some users have said not to trust Iran, claiming that its nuclear program may have a hidden agenda.

Challenges and expectations

The road to talks is not easy. Iran's condition is that the US will have to lift the sanctions first, while the US wants Iran to shut down all its nuclear facilities and accept IAEA monitoring. Apart from this, Iran's missile program and regional influence (such as Hamas, Hezbollah support) are also a matter of dispute. Trump has made it clear that if the talks on April 19 fail, Iran may have to face a "hellish situation".

However, Oman's mediation has raised some hope. Saudi Arabia and other regional powers have also supported this dialogue, saying that it will bring peace and stability in the Middle East.

Conclusion

The whole world is watching the talks between Iran and the US on April 19, 2025. This dialogue can prove to be decisive not only for the nuclear program, but also for regional security and global peace. But the lack of trust and tough stance between the two sides has raised the question whether a new agreement will be possible, or the tension will increase further. It will be interesting to see in the coming days whether diplomacy works or the path of military action is adopted.