Negotiations between the United States and Iran are still difficult, as both sides have very different demands. Reports suggest that Iran shared a 10-point proposal, while the US presented a 15-point plan, showing a big gap between their positions. There is also a lot of secrecy around Iran’s strategy, making it harder to fully understand their approach to the talks. Despite this, both sides are trying to continue discussions through diplomatic channels. Abbas Araghchi has been actively involved in these efforts, holding meetings and phone calls with officials from different countries. His visit to Islamabad is part of attempts to use mediation for indirect communication with the United States. Another key location for talks is Muscat, highlighting Oman’s important role as a mediator. Oman has often helped in improving communication between Iran and other countries. Overall, while discussions are ongoing, both sides still need to make major compromises before any agreement can be reached.