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Iranian MP says CENTCOM commander’s presence in Iran-US talks ‘violates’ law designating American troops as ‘terrorists’
- Iranian MP claims CENTCOM chief attended Iran-US talks in Oman, arguing it violates a 2019 law labeling US forces as terrorists.
- The referenced law from 2019 designates CENTCOM and other US military entities as terrorists in response to the IRGC designation.
- The Wall Street Journal reported Admiral Brad Cooper attended the Oman talks, signaling possible broader scope beyond nuclear issues.
- Iranian Foreign Minister called the negotiations a good start, highlighting cautious optimism about the talks’ continuation.
- The talks in Muscat followed weeks of heightened tensions between the US and Iran and came as both sides prepare for further consultations.
- Iran’s parliament passed a 2019 law designating CENTCOM and other US forces as terrorists in response to IRGC designation.
- US officials said high-level military participation in diplomacy is unusual but not unprecedented.
- The article notes the discussions were described as a good start with potential for continued talks.
- The report emphasizes that the U.S. delegation included a senior military leader, which some see as a broad sign for talks.
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