US, Iran set to hold separate talks with mediators on Monday or Tuesday, official says
Mediators are trying to narrow gaps as the sides discuss sanctions relief, frozen assets and a possible reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, officials said.
- Qatari mediators held separate indirect talks yesterday in New York with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and US representatives to advance a revised seven-day plan for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, with Araghchi awaiting Washington's response by today.
- A June memorandum of understanding between Washington and Tehran collapsed within days after Iran fired on commercial vessels, creating deep skepticism among US officials about Tehran's ability to honor commitments despite renewed diplomatic efforts.
- Iran's seven-day proposal calls for unfreezing billions in assets, lifting oil sanctions, and ending the US naval blockade within four to five days, with nuclear talks beginning by day seven. Washington insists any deal must address Iran's nuclear program.
- President Donald Trump publicly called Iran's proposal 'unacceptable' on Saturday, yet told Axios on Sunday he expects US negotiators to engage in further talks this week, suggesting his dismissal may serve as a tactical negotiating position.
- Brent crude remains above $108 a barrel as both sides endure economic strain, with Middle Eastern crude exports rebounding in September to 12.8 million barrels per day—the highest since the war began but still well below pre-conflict levels of 18.8 million bpd.
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Iranian FM Araghchi says indirect discussions held with US, official reply expected 'hopefully' today
As per the report by Al Jazeera, the Iranian foreign minister reiterated that Tehran has put forward a fair and logical plan to resolve the crisis and reopen the vital shipping lane, provided specific conditions are met.
Iran war LIVE: Iran holds 'indirect talks' with US via Qatari mediators, official reply likely by Tuesday
Iran war LIVE: Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Monday (local time) said that Tehran held further indirect talks with Washington through Qatari mediators, adding that the Islamic Republic is waiting for an official reply, which is expected by Tuesday.
EADaily, 29 September 2026. The Iranian authorities discussed with the Qatari mediators ways to achieve the terms of Tehran in resolving the conflict in the Middle East, and the country is awaiting Washington's response to Iran's terms in the near future, and the head of Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Abbas Aracchi, stated.
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