Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Olmert said Saturday on Newsmax that continued negotiations between the U.S. and Iran are a promising development, though he cautioned that patience will be needed in the weeks ahead.

Olmert described the decision by Iran and the United States to continue indirect nuclear negotiations as “a very positive sign” during an interview on “Saturday Report.”

Talks between Iranian and U.S. delegations concluded in Oman earlier Saturday, with Iran’s Foreign Ministry describing the discussions as “constructive.” Both sides agreed to resume negotiations next week, according to Al Jazeera. The meeting, which lasted roughly 2 1/2 hours, ended with the heads of both delegations exchanging brief face-to-face remarks.

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