US-Iran Mediation Revives Amid Rising Oil Exports
Indirect talks between US and Iranian officials have resumed as mediators try to end seven months of war. The efforts are focused on a revised ceasefire framework, which Tehran sees as essential for ending hostilities. Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with Qatari mediators in New York after the UN General Assembly.
Araghchi stated that he expects a response from Washington by Tuesday and plans to return to Tehran once a reply is received. He said the discussions centered on 'ideas' for finding solutions to meet Iran's conditions.
Iran has proposed a four- to five-day timeline for the US to release frozen Iranian funds, lift sanctions on Iranian oil, and end the naval blockade of its ports. Nuclear talks would begin within seven days if these steps are taken. The Strait of Hormuz's reopening is tied to these measures.
President Donald Trump rejected Iran's plan as 'unacceptable', citing economic pressure on Tehran. He claimed that US officials had spoken with mediators separately but provided no further details.