UNGA diplomacy tests chances for ending US-Iran war

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US President Donald Trump met Gulf leaders on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly this week, joking with Qatar's Emir about oil wealth, as diplomatic efforts to end the US-Iran war intensified in New York. Qatar's economy faces severe strain from the conflict, as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz hampers its liquefied natural gas exports. Trump warned of a choice between a deal and annihilating Iran, while envoys sent messages via Qatari mediators. UNGA has produced breakthroughs before, including the 2013 US-Iran contact that led to the JCPOA nuclear deal. Tests for progress include Iran reopening Hormuz, a public Qatari draft, and further US-Iran meetings before Saturday.


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