INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
from regional powers, who hailed the diplomatic initiative as a constructive step toward de-escalation and long-term regional stability.The
first round of high-stakes talks took place on Saturday in Muscat, facilitated by Omani Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi, with
Budaiwi also voiced hope that the talks would open new avenues for cooperation between Tehran and Washington, benefiting the broader
region.Arab states echo support toward diplomatic pathSaudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Egypt, and Iraq all issued statements welcoming
the talks and endorsing the diplomatic route as the preferred means to resolve long-standing tensions.Riyadh, through a statement by its
It reiterated its belief in dialogue as the key to addressing both regional and international disputes and expressed hope that the outcomes
role and expressed optimism that the negotiations would promote peace and stability
Doha reaffirmed its full support for diplomacy, calling it central to ensuring peace, development, and security in the region.The Iraqi
the first round of the dialogue
Baghdad expressed optimism that the Muscat talks would reduce tensions and help build trust between Iran and the United States.Bahrain
Manama affirmed its support for initiatives aimed at resolving disputes through dialogue, emphasizing the importance of diplomacy in
while also commending the cooperative posture taken by both Iran and the United States Egypt expressed hope that the talks would lead not
outstanding nuclear issues and achieve a lifting of sanctions, while also cautioning against prolonged negotiations.
This article first appeared/also appeared in Tehran Times
