Morning reports highlighted Trump's description of Iran negotiations as "very serious" while Supreme Leader Khamenei warned against "loose talk and impatience." China reaffirmed diplomatic channels as the only solution to Iran's nuclear issue.
By midday, Trump made headlines with his unprecedented willingness to meet Iranian leaders, including Khamenei or President Pezeshkian, while denying he prevented Israeli attacks on Iran's nuclear facilities.
Foreign Minister Araqchi traveled to Muscat for the third round of indirect nuclear negotiations with the US, accompanied by a technical team led by Takht-Ravanchi and Gharibabadi. Upon arrival, Araqchi met with his Omani counterpart to discuss implementation arrangements for the talks while posting a cautionary tweet about potential Israeli sabotage attempts, referencing "10 specific assassinations and sabotage" by Israel.
Iran's government spokesperson indicated readiness for an agreement "at the appropriate time" while Tehran's Friday prayer leader emphasized that transparency on nuclear issues and sanctions relief remain Iran's negotiating strategy.