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Trump Says U.S. Met Iran at UNGA Sept. 22

By Drooid · Sep 23, 2026, 6:22 AM UTC · How we work

Summary

Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump said officials held a meeting with Iranian officials on Sept 22 2026 at the UNGA in New York.
It was described as the first confirmed direct U.S.–Iran contact since the war began in February.
An Iranian official said Tehran could reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days if United States lifts its blockade.

History

Historical Context

After the P5+1 and Iran finalized the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action on 14 July 2015, the United States withdrew in 2018 and Iran announced the deal’s termination on 18 October 2025. The 2026 UN General Assembly session revisits that legacy, recalling the $100 billion of frozen Iranian assets slated for release under the original agreement.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump said officials held a meeting with Iranian officials on Sept 22 2026 at the UNGA in New York.
It was described as the first confirmed direct U.S.–Iran contact since the war began in February.
An Iranian official said Tehran could reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days if United States lifts its blockade.

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