20:08 (16:38)⇢New Sanctions Shadow the Muscat Departure
⌨Iranian and international media report the conclusion of the Muscat indirect talks, with state-aligned outlets emphasizing a 'good start' and ongoing consultations (Tasnim News, Borna News, Al-Alam). Conversely, Western and diaspora sources highlight immediate friction, noting that the U.S. imposed new sanctions on Iranian oil tankers just hours after the session ended, while internal unrest continues to draw scrutiny (BBC Persian, Radio Farda, VOA Persian, Iran International).