Iran and the United States are set to begin a fifth round of high-stakes nuclear talks in Rome on Friday amid growing skepticism in Tehran about the chances of a deal as Washington hardens its position.

In Rome, Iran and the United States have made slight progress in discussions regarding Iran's nuclear program, mediated by Oman. While disagreements persist over uranium enrichment, both sides express commitment to resolving the long-standing dispute,

ROME (AP) — Iran and the United States prepared for a fifth round of negotiations over Tehran’s rapidly advancing nuclear program Friday in Rome, with enrichment emerging as the key issue.