• Iran confirms next round of nuclear talks with the US to take place in Rome instead of Oman.
• US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff emphasizes the need for Iran to eliminate its nuclear enrichment program.
• Iran insists that its right to enrich uranium is non-negotiable as tensions rise ahead of negotiations.
• President Trump warns of military action if Iran does not abandon its nuclear ambitions.
• Oman's Foreign Minister will mediate the discussions, continuing their role in facilitating talks.

Iran has officially confirmed that the next round of indirect nuclear talks with the United States will take place in Rome on April 19, moving away from initial plans to hold the discussions in Oman. The confirmation comes as Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian expressed hopes for a successful outcome during the negotiations, stating, “We would naturally welcome the conclusion of an agreement,” according to IRNA.

US Special Envoy Steve Witkoff emphasized the necessity for Iran to “stop and eliminate its nuclear enrichment and weaponization program” to reach a deal, while Iran's Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, reiterated that the right to enrich uranium is non-negotiable. "We are ready to build confidence regarding possible concerns over Iran's enrichment," Araghchi stated, underscoring Tehran’s commitment to its nuclear agenda according to Newsweek.

The shifting location of the talks was criticized by Araghchi, who indicated that such contradictions from the US could hinder negotiations, saying, “We will find out the true opinions of the Americans during the negotiation session.” This comment highlights the complex atmosphere leading into the discussions as pointed out by Dawn.

President Trump has increased military rhetoric towards Iran, suggesting that the country must relinquish any aspirations for nuclear weaponry or face potential military action. “I think they're tapping us along,” Trump commented, warning that military options remain on the table if satisfactory progress is not made, as reported by Dawn.

The upcoming talks in Rome are seen not only as a diplomatic challenge but also as a possible turning point in US-Iran relations, especially after the longstanding impacts of the 2015 nuclear agreement collapse under Trump’s administration. The involvement of Oman as mediator continues, ensuring a diplomatic front as tensions simmer, according to Los Angeles Times.