Trump Warns of Consequences as US-Iran Nuclear Negotiations Begin in Geneva via Oman

Donald Trump announced his indirect participation in upcoming nuclear negotiations with Iran as Abbas Araghchi arrived in Geneva for talks mediated by Oman. These diplomatic efforts follow a 12-day war last June and coincide with the deployment of the USS Gerald R Ford to the region. While the USA and Israel demand a total ban on uranium enrichment, Iranian officials maintain that discussions will only focus on limiting current enrichment levels. These developments occur as the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps conducts significant military drills in the Strait of Hormuz to signal its readiness for conflict.Negotiators Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner are expected to represent the American side during the meetings held in Switzerland. Benjamin Netanyahu has accused Iran of ongoing deception regarding its nuclear intentions while Marco Rubio expressed skepticism about reaching a successful agreement. Donald Trump suggested that the Geneva talks would not be permitted to continue indefinitely and raised the possibility of future regime change. Iran continues to deny that its nuclear program aims to manufacture an atomic bomb despite concerns voiced by several European nations.The current talks seek to address heightened tensions following a government crackdown in Tehran that resulted in the deaths of thousands of protesters. Iranian representatives have explicitly ruled out including their ballistic missile program or support for regional militias in the current negotiations. The presence of the USS Abraham Lincoln already in the region highlights the military pressure accompanying the diplomatic outreach. Washington previously participated in bombing Iranian facilities after Israel launched surprise attacks during the brief war last year.Oman continues its role as a key mediator between Washington and Tehran to avoid further military escalation in the Middle East. Trump noted the aircraft carrier's previous involvement in the capture of Nicolas Maduro as a warning of American military capability. Iran maintains its red lines regarding sovereign defense while signaling that the American stance has become more realistic lately. Both sides remain under international scrutiny as they attempt to find a mutually acceptable pathway to resolve the nuclear standoff.