President Trump held a call with the Sultan of Oman to discuss Iran and regional security, the White House revealed during a press briefing. Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said the president thanked the Sultan for hosting the first direct meeting between the U.S. and Iran. “Maximum pressure on Iran continues,” Leavitt said. “The president wants dialogue and discussion, but Iran must never be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon.”
During the call, Trump emphasized the importance of ending Iran’s nuclear ambitions through negotiations. The two leaders also discussed the U.S.'s ongoing operations against the Houthis, with Trump warning that the group “will pay a severe price” until it halts attacks on maritime traffic in the Red Sea.
Leavitt also confirmed that a follow-up negotiation is scheduled for Saturday between U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff and Iran’s representative, signaling further diplomatic engagement amid heightened tensions.
