US-Iran talks live: Second round to begin at Oman’s embassy in Geneva

The second round of negotiations to be held with mediation by Oman's Foreign Minister Badr bin Hamad al-Busaidi.

17 Feb, 00:37 — 17 Feb, 07:30

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Why this matters

US-Iran relations are a critical geopolitical flashpoint, often involving concerns over nuclear proliferation, regional stability, and potential military conflict. These talks are significant as they represent a diplomatic effort to de-escalate tensions and potentially address long-standing disagreements, impacting global security and energy markets.

Perspective Analysis

AI-generated comparison of how 3 sources cover this story

Coverage of the US-Iran talks is limited to two outlets, with one focusing on former President Trump's indirect involvement and the other highlighting the high stakes and potential for conflict. A third provided article from Al Jazeera is off-topic, discussing Russia-Ukraine negotiations instead of US-Iran. The relevant articles show some alignment on the basic facts of the talks but diverge on the specific angles emphasized.

Political spectrum

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SourceOutletiGeneral editorial lean of the outletStoryiHow they covered this specific storyTone

Al Jazeeracenter-leftcenter-leftneutralfocuses on Russia-Ukraine conflict

Daily Star BDcentercenteralarmisthighlights high stakes and war threat

Reuterscentercenterneutralreports Trump's statement factually

Coverage leans: center

The relevant coverage is generally centered, with one outlet reporting a statement neutrally and another adopting a more alarmist but not politically partisan framing. One provided article was off-topic.

What sources agree on

The United States and Iran are holding talks.
The talks are taking place in Geneva.

Where they diverge

The primary focus or framing of the US-Iran talks.

Daily Star BD

These outlets frame the talks as 'high-stakes nuclear talks' with a looming 'threat of war'.

Reuters

This outlet focuses on former President Trump's statement about his indirect involvement in the talks.

Key claims2 agreed · 3 unverified

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US and Iran are set for talks.

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The talks are taking place in Geneva.

agreed·Daily Star BDReuters

Trump says he will be involved indirectly in Iran talks.

Coverage gaps

The potential indirect involvement of former President Trump in the talks.

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The characterization of the talks as 'high-stakes nuclear talks' with a 'threat of war looming'.

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MissingReuters

Perspective Analysis

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Story evolution

The narrative shifted from focusing on a specific individual's indirect role to a broader emphasis on the overall high stakes and potential for war associated with the talks.

Early Reporting on Key FiguresFeb 17 early morning

Initial reports emerged focusing on specific individuals' potential involvement in the talks.

Framing the StakesFeb 17 late morning

Later reports broadened the narrative to emphasize the high stakes and potential for conflict surrounding the negotiations.