EPISODE · Feb 8, 2026 · 11 MIN
Can diplomacy in Oman really pull Washington and Tehran back from the brink of war?
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The US and Iran are holding high-stakes talks in Oman as fears of a direct military confrontation grow. With Trump warning of strikes, Iran under internal pressure, and a massive US naval build-up in the region, these negotiations may determine whether diplomacy or escalation comes next. Paul Brandus, West Wing Reports Founder, joins Emmet Oliver to discuss.
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