The encounter between Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi and White House Envoy Steve Witkoff as they exited the venue where indirect talks were held was the first time since the U.S. and Iran engaged directly since Trump returned to office.

Axar.az informs a U.S. official told Axios Trump is prepared to make compromises to get a deal.

The Omani foreign minister wrote on X that the talks "took place in a friendly atmosphere conducive to bridging viewpoints and ultimately achieving regional and global peace, security and stability."

"We will continue to work together and put further efforts to assist in arriving at this goal," he continued. The talks on Saturday lasted about two and a half hours.

Araghchi said another round of talks will take place next week.

Notably, Today U.S. and Iranian officials held indirect nuclear talks in Oman.