Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi arrived in Geneva on Monday to lead a second round of indirect nuclear talks with the United States, Iranian state television reported. The discussions, mediated by Oman, are scheduled for Tuesday amid continued US pressure over Iran’s nuclear programme and regional activities.
Tehran and Washington resumed negotiations this month after talks collapsed last year following an Israeli bombing campaign against Iran. The discussions aim to address Iran’s uranium stockpile and nuclear enrichment, while Washington has also pushed for talks on Iran’s ballistic missiles and support for regional proxies. Uncertainty surrounds more than 400 kilograms of 60-percent enriched uranium last monitored in June.
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During his visit, Araghchi is expected to meet with his Swiss and Omani counterparts, as well as International Atomic Energy Agency chief Rafael Grossi and other international officials. Washington has sent envoy Steve Witkoff and presidential adviser Jared Kushner to Geneva. Both sides are signaling cautious optimism while maintaining firm demands.
Iranian officials have said compromises on the uranium stockpile are possible if US sanctions are lifted, highlighting the economic benefits Tehran seeks. Iran’s deputy foreign minister Majid Takht-Ravanchi told the BBC that a sincere US approach could pave the way for a viable agreement. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, however, insists that any deal must eliminate Iran’s enrichment capability entirely.
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Earlier this month, Araghchi led the first indirect talks in Muscat. Switzerland has historically played a key role in facilitating Iran-US dialogue, representing US interests in Tehran since 1981. Iranian officials stressed that a sustainable agreement would need to deliver economic returns for both nations, particularly in aviation, mining, and energy sectors.