Updated on: Feb 09, 2026 11:04:35 AM IST
Tensions between the United States and Iran have been on the edge since nationwide protests hit the latter against the current Islamic regime.
US Iran tensions: As the US continues its military buildup in the Middle East, Iran has stated that the military deployment near the region “does not scare” Tehran. “Their military deployment in the region does not scare us,” said Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araghchi, adding that Iran will not give up uranium enrichment, which is a key demand of the United States.
Tensions between Tehran and Washington escalated after US President Donald Trump called for a regime change in the nation, particularly after the nationwide protests.
The protests in Iran, which have left over 3,400 dead, were triggered due to rising inflation and rapid recline of the Iranian rial. In response to the protests, the Iranian government imposed a violent crackdown, killing and arresting many citizens.
Trump warns of military options
US President Donald Trump has warned Iran of possible military action amid its violent crackdown on nationwide protests. Furthermore, the US’ warning also comes to deter Iran from its nuclear and uranium enrichment programme.
Ahead of the talks in Oman, Trump said a massive “armada” is headed towards Iran. “The president’s diplomacy is always his first option when it comes to dealing with countries all around the world, whether it’s our allies or our adversaries,” White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters.
Iran, however, has warned that any escalation and military action would result in a regional war.
What happened in Oman?
Both Iran and the US have stated that the talks held in Oman were a “good step”. The talks come amid tensions between Tehran and Washington. While earlier reports stated that these talks will be held in Istanbul, Turkey, it was later shifted to Oman.
As per Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araqchi said that any dialogue with the US “requires refraining from threats and pressure. (Tehran) only discusses its nuclear issue … We do not discuss any other issue.”
Shortly after this, Trump also confirmed that Tehran and Washington will continue their talks.
“Iran looks like it wants to make a deal very badly. We have to see what that deal is,” Trump told reporters on Friday on Air Force One. Another round of talks is expected to take place early this week.
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Tensions between Tehran and Washington escalated after US President Donald Trump called for a regime change in the nation, particularly after the nationwide protests.
The protests in Iran, which have left over 3,400 dead, were triggered due to rising inflation and rapid recline of the Iranian rial. In response to the protests, the Iranian government imposed a violent crackdown, killing and arresting many citizens.
Trump warns of military options
US President Donald Trump has warned Iran of possible military action amid its violent crackdown on nationwide protests. Furthermore, the US’ warning also comes to deter Iran from its nuclear and uranium enrichment programme.
Ahead of the talks in Oman, Trump said a massive “armada” is headed towards Iran. “The president’s diplomacy is always his first option when it comes to dealing with countries all around the world, whether it’s our allies or our adversaries,” White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt told reporters.
Iran, however, has warned that any escalation and military action would result in a regional war.
What happened in Oman?
Both Iran and the US have stated that the talks held in Oman were a “good step”. The talks come amid tensions between Tehran and Washington. While earlier reports stated that these talks will be held in Istanbul, Turkey, it was later shifted to Oman.
As per Iranian foreign minister Abbas Araqchi said that any dialogue with the US “requires refraining from threats and pressure. (Tehran) only discusses its nuclear issue … We do not discuss any other issue.”
Shortly after this, Trump also confirmed that Tehran and Washington will continue their talks.
“Iran looks like it wants to make a deal very badly. We have to see what that deal is,” Trump told reporters on Friday on Air Force One. Another round of talks is expected to take place early this week.
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Feb 09, 2026 10:53:03 AM IST
US Iran tensions live updates: Oil drops 1% as both nations pledge to continue talks
US Iran tensions live updates: Oil prices fell by about 1 per cent on Monday after concerns over an immediate Middle East conflict eased, with the US and Iran agreeing over the weekend to continue negotiations on Tehran’s nuclear programme, helping calm investor worries about possible supply disruptions.
Brent crude futures slipped 67 cents, or 1 per cent, to $67.38 a barrel at 0444 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate crude fell 61 cents, or 1 per cent, to $62.94 a barrel.
Feb 09, 2026 10:14:39 AM IST
US Iran tensions live updates: Trump says Iran wants to make deal ‘very badly’
US Iran tensions live updates: US President Donald Trump has confirmed that Washington and Tehran will hold further talks after their discussions in Oman.
The talks, held on Friday in the Gulf Arab state of Oman, marked the first round of negotiations between the two sides since the United States and Israel struck Iran last summer.
“Iran looks like it wants to make a deal very badly. We have to see what that deal is,” Trump told reporters on Friday.
Speaking aboard Air Force One, he said another round of talks would take place “early next week,” though Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi later said no date had yet been set.
Feb 09, 2026 9:09:38 AM IST
US Iran tensions live updates: Trump signs order for tariffs on Iranian trading partners
US Iran tensions live updates: US President Donald Trump on Friday signed an executive order which would impose 25 per cent tariffs on countries with trade with Iran.
The order states that tariffs “may be imposed on goods imported into the United States that are products of any country that directly or indirectly purchases, imports, or otherwise acquires any goods or services from Iran.”
Such measures are expected to hit trade with China — Iran’s largest trading partner and the biggest buyer of Iranian oil — along with Russia, Germany, Turkey and the United Arab Emirates.
Feb 09, 2026 9:05:57 AM IST
US Iran tensions live updates: Nobel laureate Narges Mohammadi sentenced to 7 more years in prison
US Iran tensions live updates: Iran sentenced Nobel Peace Prize laureate Narges Mohammadi to over seven more years in prison after she began a hunger strike, supporters said Sunday.
The new convictions against Mohammadi come as Iran tries to negotiate with the United States over its nuclear program to avert a threatened military strike by President Donald Trump.
Mohammadi’s supporters cited her lawyer, who spoke to Mohammadi. The lawyer, Mostafa Nili, confirmed the sentence on X, saying it had been handed down Saturday by a Revolutionary Court in the city of Mashhad. Such courts typically issue verdicts with little or no opportunity for defendants to contest their charges.
“She has been sentenced to six years in prison for ‘gathering and collusion’ and one and a half years for propaganda and two-year travel ban,” said her lawyer, Mostafa Nili.
The lawyer added that she received another two years of internal exile to the city of Khosf, some 740 kilometers (460 miles) southeast of Tehran.
Feb 09, 2026 8:36:23 AM IST
US Iran tensions Iive updates: ‘Will not give up uranium enrichment’, says Iran
US Iran tensions Iive updates: Iran on Sunday reiterated its stance amid renewed nuclear talks with the United States. Foreign minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Tehran will not give up uranium enrichment or bow to military pressure from Washington.
