Qatar-mediated U.S.–Iran talks resume on UN sidelines
Qatar-mediated talks between Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff were the first since a June ceasefire frayed. Witkoff called the round “constructive and promising”; Iran repeated demands to end “acts of aggression,” lift the naval blockade, and free frozen assets.
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Qatar-mediated talks between Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff were the first since a June ceasefire frayed. Witkoff called the round “constructive and promising”; Iran repeated demands to end “acts of aggression,” lift the naval blockade, and free frozen assets.
More context
U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff called the Qatar-brokered round with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi “constructive and promising.” Iran repeated demands to end “acts of aggression,” lift the naval blockade, and free frozen assets—conditions that also shape Hormuz reopening talks.
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- BBC
- Iranian state media via DN, Sep 23, 2026
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