Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi announced on Monday that Tehran is conducting intensive indirect talks with the United States through Qatar and Pakistan. The goal is to end the war in the Middle East and prevent a new escalation. Araghchi praised the mediating role of Qatar and Pakistan in these discussions. According to reports, Iranian and Qatari mediators have proposed a plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within two days if an agreement is reached with Washington.
The talks are taking place amid concerns that the conflict may escalate again after the US midterm elections on November 3. US President Donald Trump stated that the US will not launch new attacks on Iran before the elections, and that talks with Tehran are productive. However, he did not rule out the possibility of further military action after the elections. Araghchi emphasized that Tehran is prepared for both defense and diplomacy.
On Sunday, Araghchi mentioned that the purpose of the ongoing talks, which are making progress, is to continue consultations with Qatari mediators. He added that Tehran is ready for both defense and diplomacy. According to reports, Iranian and Qatari mediators have proposed a plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within two days if an agreement is reached with Washington.
The Iranian Foreign Ministry announced on Monday that it is studying a plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within two days if the US accepts Iran's demands. Spokesman Ismail Baghaei stated that the possibility of implementing this plan within two days is an additional indication of Iran's good intentions. He added that Iran has emphasized that it is possible to restore security to the Strait of Hormuz and resume negotiations within a short period if Iran's demands are met.
On Sunday, US President Donald Trump reiterated his threat to resume strikes against Iran, stating that he may have to launch a "crushing blow" against Tehran at an unspecified time. Trump stated that the only reason he has not yet finished with Iran is that he wants to be "nice" and try to save lives if possible.
Iranian negotiators have been in Doha for the third consecutive day of talks with Qatari mediators aimed at reaching an agreement to end the US-Israeli war on Iran. These talks are taking place amid concerns that the conflict may escalate again after the US midterm elections.
The Strait of Hormuz has been a critical point of contention, with Iran previously proposing a one-week deadline for an agreement. The US and Iran have been engaged in a tense standoff over the Strait of Hormuz, which is a vital waterway for global oil exports.
Key points
- Iran is conducting intensive indirect talks with the US through Qatar and Pakistan to end the war in the Middle East.
- Tehran is prepared for both defense and diplomacy, according to Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.
- The US and Iran have been engaged in a tense standoff over the Strait of Hormuz, a vital waterway for global oil exports.
