Negotiations between the United States and Iran regarding Tehran's nuclear program have shown signs of progress, according to recent statements from officials involved in the discussions.

The latest round of talks took place in Rome, mediated by Omani Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad Al Busaidi.

Al Busaidi announced that while some progress had been made, the discussions remain unresolved and complex.

In a post on the social platform X, Al Busaidi expressed hope for clarifying remaining issues in the coming days, aiming for a sustainable and honorable agreement.

Both sides have emphasized the constructive nature of the talks, with U.S. officials indicating that there is still work to be done and that further meetings are planned soon.

U.S. representatives in the talks included Steve Witkoff, a Middle East envoy during the Trump administration, and Michael Anton, director of policy planning at the State Department.

A senior U.S. administration official, speaking anonymously to discuss internal matters, remarked on the productive nature of the discussions.

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi also conveyed optimism about the negotiations, affirming that the ongoing complexity of the issues at stake would require more than a few meetings.

He indicated that improved understanding of Iran's positions could facilitate further discussions in the near future.

This meeting marks the fifth round of negotiations since discussions began, with previous consultations held in Muscat, Oman.

A notable point of contention remains Iran's nuclear enrichment capabilities, which the country insists must be maintained as part of any future agreement.

The U.S., however, has consistently opposed this stipulation.

The talks focus on limiting Iran's nuclear program in exchange for the lifting of various U.S. sanctions that have been imposed in recent years.

Previous threats from the Trump administration included potential military action against Iran should negotiations falter, reflecting ongoing tensions in the region.

The U.S. ally, Israel, has also indicated a willingness to take military action against Iran's nuclear sites if necessary.

Iran's position on nuclear weapons development has drawn international scrutiny.

A recent report from the Defense Intelligence Agency noted that while Iran is not currently producing nuclear weapons, activities since 2019 have exceeded limits set under the prior 2015 agreement, including increases in uranium stockpiles and enrichment levels, as well as production of uranium metal.

The Trump administration withdrew from the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action in 2018, a move that has since influenced the dynamics of the negotiations between the U.S. and Iran.