Afghanistan, April 26 -- Oman and Iran discuss mediation efforts as Araghchi returns to Pakistan and U.S. negotiation team plans next steps in talks.

Haitham bin Tariq and Abbas Araghchi discussed mediation efforts to end tensions between Iran and the United States, according to Omani state media.

Oman has played a key diplomatic role by hosting talks and facilitating indirect negotiations aimed at reducing regional tensions and preventing further escalation.

Muscat also described recent U.S. and Israel strikes on Iran as destabilizing and inconsistent with international law, echoing similar concerns raised by Turkey.

Araghchi, who recently visited Pakistan, is expected to return to Islamabad on Sunday evening for further discussions wi...