US and Iran hold first talks since June ceasefire collapsed

US and Iranian officials held their first talks since a June ceasefire collapsed, meeting at the UN in New York on a day President Trump threatened to "annihilate" Iran. No breakthrough was reported from the Qatari-mediated session. The meeting involved Iran's foreign minister and Trump envoy Steve Witkoff, who called the discussions "constructive and promising." Iran reiterated demands for an end to US "acts of aggression," while the US and Israel have conducted strikes since February, with Iran blocking the Strait of Hormuz. The conflict has disrupted global oil supplies and pressured Trump ahead of November elections. Trump framed his policy as "peace through strength," while Iran insists on ending the war on all fronts, including against Hezbollah and Houthi allies.