Indirect discussions between Washington and Tehran are continuing, but tensions remain high.

Iran insists sanctions relief must be part of any agreement. The US maintains that enrichment must stop before broader concessions are considered.

Oman’s mediation has kept communication channels open, even as public rhetoric remains sharp.

Meanwhile, American naval forces and combat aircraft are positioned across the region, marking the largest US deployment there since 2003.

Observers say the coming days could determine whether the crisis cools — or deepens.