Iran communicating with mediators to meet US officials in New York and break deadlock, source says

Iran has established a new communication channel with mediators aimed at arranging a meeting with US officials in New York, according to a source close to the Iranian delegation. This development comes as Secretary of State Marco Rubio indicated that President Trump is open to engaging with the Iranian delegation during the United Nations General Assembly.

The source revealed that New York serves as a platform for Iran to present its stance on the ongoing war, with intensified contacts between Pakistan and Qatar to facilitate negotiations. The source expressed confidence in the mediators and emphasized the importance of assurances from the Americans. Iran's President, Masoud Pezeshkian, is set to attend the UN General Assembly in New York, signaling a willingness to revive diplomatic efforts with the US.

Tehran has proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz if the US eases military pressure and lifts its blockade. President Pezeshkian is scheduled to address the General Assembly and meet with various foreign leaders, Iranian expatriates, US experts, and think tank members. In the meantime, President Trump is expected to meet with Gulf and Arab officials to discuss the Iran war and potential avenues for conflict resolution.

While Gulf officials acknowledge that rebuilding trust will take time, they emphasize the need to initiate the process. President Trump has reportedly conveyed a willingness to "persuade" Arab nations to engage in dialogue with Iranian representatives, potentially arranging a meeting in Oman to begin a reconciliation process aimed at ending hostilities and recalibrating relations.