The Economic Times

Iran and US hold indirect talks in Oman. America's military leader in the Mideast joins the talks

Iran and the United States held indirect talks in Oman on Friday to explore a framework for negotiations on Tehrans nuclear programme, with discussions seen as returning to an initial stage. The U.S. delegation included Central Command chief Adm. Brad Cooper, highlighting a strong military presence in the region, with the USS Abraham Lincoln and other warships stationed off Irans coast.