Foreign Affairs
Trump Threatens Destruction at UN, but US and Iran Hold Secret Talks
While President Trump threatened to destroy the Islamic Republic during his address at the UN General Assembly in New York, US and Iranian negotiators held three hours of behind-the-scenes discussions aimed at ending the war. Trump described the talks as highly productive and suggested momentum toward a deal, though his envoy Steve Witkoff clarified that direct contact did not occur, with Qatari mediators shuttling between delegations. Key disagreements persist, including Iran's demand for an end to US military actions and the lifting of a naval blockade in exchange for reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Despite these diplomatic efforts, high-level differences remain significant, with Iranian officials stating they are still reviewing US responses to their peace proposals.
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