Iran holds intensive indirect talks with US to prevent new war and reopen Strait of Hormuz
Iran confirmed Monday it is holding intensive indirect talks with Washington via mediators Qatar and Pakistan to avert renewed conflict ahead of US midterm elections. The discussions include an Iranian offer to reopen the blockaded Strait of Hormuz if demands are met. Oil prices dropped more than six percent Monday following the news. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi noted the sensitive consultations, while Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei shared reopening plans. Additionally, China urged negotiations, Iran's security chief discussed the conflict with Russian President Vladimir Putin, and Axios reported US Vice President JD Vance sent a letter to Secretary of the Supreme National Security Council Mohsen Rezaei concerning possible talks.
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