Claimed by SNSC Secretary Ali Shamkhani (Iranian)
Iranian Supreme National Security Council Secretary Ali Shamkhani confirmed that Oman has been facilitating indirect nuclear talks between Iranian and American delegations in Muscat, with three rounds completed as of April 8.
Filed 4/9/2026
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Neutral analysis
Oman's facilitation role is confirmed, and back-channel contacts appear ongoing; the scope and seriousness of the talks cannot be assessed from available public information.
Verification notes
Omani government confirmed its role as facilitator via a Foreign Ministry statement. U.S. officials acknowledged back-channel contacts but declined to confirm the number of rounds. The talks' substance and progress remain unconfirmed.