Oman Mediates Iran-US Nuclear Talks Amidst Rising Tensions and US Military Presence – 2/7/2026, 4:24:21 PM

Based on the latest news reports, here are the major world developments:

Iran-US Nuclear Talks
Oman has mediated indirect talks between Iran and the United States over Iran’s nuclear program[2]. Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Aragshi and US envoy Steve Witkov met separately with Oman’s foreign minister in Muscat[2]. This marks the first such diplomatic encounter since negotiations stalled after the US conducted strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites during Israel’s 12-day conflict against Iran last June[2]. The Trump administration is demanding zero nuclear capability from Iran and is exploring whether a deal can be struck[2]. However, tensions remain high, with the US Navy positioning the USS Abraham Lincoln aircraft carrier in the region, while Iran has vowed to retaliate against US bases if attacked[2].

European Weather Crisis
Spain is being battered by severe storms, with flooding and landslides reported[2]. Spain’s weather agency expects another storm system over the weekend[2]. This follows a series of storms that have recently impacted Spain and Portugal[2].

Military Operations
The US Southern Command conducted lethal strikes targeting vessels operated by designated terrorist organizations, resulting in two deaths with no US military injuries[1]. Throughout Operation Southern Spear, at least 119 people have been killed in strikes on suspected drug boats as part of the Trump administration’s campaign[1].

Legal Proceedings
Prosecutors are seeking the death penalty for a man accused of shooting two National Guard members in Washington, DC[1].