Watch: US-Iran Negotiations Amid Escalating Tensions, US Advises Citizens to Leave Tehran

On February 6, BBC reported that high-level US officials led by Steve Witkoff, President Donald Trump's special representative, and Iranian officials led by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi will meet in Oman amid a crisis generating military confrontation concerns. This movement follows the US military reinforcement in the Middle East in response to Iran's violent suppression of government protests that killed thousands in January. The US suggests negotiations should cover Iran's missile issues, support for armed regional groups, and treatment of Iranian citizens. Iran insists on limiting discussions to nuclear programs only. Recently, President Trump threatened to bomb Iran if no agreement is reached, while Iran vowed to retaliate and threatened to attack US bases in the Middle East. The US State Department noted ongoing strict security measures, including road closures, public transportation disruptions, and internet blockages. US citizens in Iran are advised to prepare for continued communication challenges and, if safe, consider leaving the country via land routes to Armenia or Turkey.