Witkoff: US-Iran talks in New York successful, constructive

US President's special envoy Steve Witkoff called Tuesday's consultations with Iran in New York successful, describing them as constructive and a basis for further dialogue. The talks lasted several hours on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, with third countries mediating by relaying messages between the American and Iranian delegations throughout the day. Witkoff stated mediators will continue their work. The development follows the US president's claim that a peace agreement with Iran would be reached after midterm congressional elections. Tehran has set seven conditions for resuming negotiations, which Iran's security official called "clear and unambiguous."