US-Iran Nuclear Talks Postponed Amid Sanctions Tensions

A fourth round of nuclear negotiations between the United States and Iran, initially planned for Rome, has been postponed, with future dates to be set depending on the U.S.'s approach. Oman, the mediator, cited logistical reasons for the delay, while Iranian officials blamed new U.S. sanctions and what they described as 'contradictory behavior' from Washington. The talks aim to limit Iran's nuclear program in exchange for lifting U.S. sanctions, but recent American sanctions on Iranian oil and petrochemical sectors have escalated tensions. The postponement also disrupts related diplomatic discussions with European parties. Despite the delay, Iran's foreign ministry says it remains committed to serious, result-oriented negotiations. U.S. officials have reiterated their 'maximum pressure' campaign and warned of consequences for Iran’s regional activities.