Iran is pushing for a “real, just” nuclear agreement with the United States, according to a statement made Friday by Ali Shamkhani, a senior advisor to Iran’s Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei. The comment comes ahead of critical negotiations set to take place in Oman on April 12.

“Tehran seeks a real, just deal—away from media show and rhetoric. Key proposals are ready. If Washington shows determination for a deal, the path to agreement will be clear,” Shamkhani wrote in a post on X, signaling Iran’s willingness to move forward with meaningful diplomacy.

The talks will be led on the U.S. side by President Donald Trump’s Special Envoy for the Middle East, Steve Witkoff. Representing Iran will be Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, a seasoned negotiator with prior experience in nuclear discussions between the two countries.

Shamkhani’s remarks reflect Tehran’s attempt to reframe the narrative surrounding the upcoming dialogue, emphasizing substance over spectacle. Iran’s insistence on a just and balanced agreement suggests a shift toward pragmatism, provided that the U.S. engages with the same level of seriousness.

Expectations surrounding the Oman negotiations remain cautious but significant, as both sides prepare to revisit long-standing issues surrounding nuclear enrichment, international monitoring, and the easing of sanctions. While the road ahead remains complex, Shamkhani’s statement indicates that Tehran believes a resolution is attainable—if met with sincerity from Washington.

The outcome of the April 12 meeting could mark a major turning point in U.S.–Iran relations, with potential ripple effects across the broader Middle East and global non-proliferation efforts. Both delegations are expected to arrive in Muscat with defined positions and prepared frameworks for discussion.