US and Iran hold mediated talks at UN on ending war and reopening Strait of Hormuz

The United States and Iran held indirect talks through mediators at the UN General Assembly in New York on Tuesday, with accounts differing on whether direct meetings occurred, as both sides explored ending hostilities and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. US envoy Steve Witkoff said mediators shuttled between delegations throughout the day, while President Trump claimed a three-hour direct meeting occurred. Iran's conditions include lifting the US naval blockade, unfreezing assets, and ending the war on "resistance" fronts. Qatar and Oman are supporting regional de-escalation efforts, with a Qatari security framework proposal under review. Iran said it could reopen Hormuz within seven days if the US eases military pressure, following Trump's UNGA warning of potential escalation.