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

Iran has established a new line of communication with mediators to facilitate a meeting with US officials in New York and break the ongoing deadlock in the conflict, according to a source familiar with the Iranian delegation. This development follows Secretary of State Marco Rubio's indication that President Trump is open to engaging with the Iranian delegation at the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.

The source revealed that New York serves as a suitable platform for Iran to articulate its stance on the war, and the intensifying contacts through Pakistan and Qatar are aimed at resolving the impasse. The source emphasized trust in the mediators and the assurances provided by the Americans.

Iran's renewed interest in diplomacy with the US is reflected in President Masoud Pezeshkian's attendance at the UN General Assembly in New York. Iranian officials have signaled Tehran's willingness to reopen the Strait of Hormuz if the US eases military pressure and lifts its blockade. President Pezeshkian is scheduled to address the General Assembly on Wednesday and engage in meetings with foreign leaders, Iranian expatriates, US experts, and think tank members, as reported by state media.

On the same day, President Donald Trump is set to meet with Gulf and Arab officials to discuss the Iran war and explore avenues for easing tensions after a series of Iranian missile and drone strikes on Arab states. Gulf officials have acknowledged that rebuilding trust will be a gradual process, but assert that dialogue with Iran must commence at some point.

According to informed sources, President Trump has conveyed his intention to persuade representatives of Arab nations to engage in discussions with Iranian officials. One source indicated that Trump is hopeful for a reconciliation process starting in Oman later this month, aiming to bring an end to hostilities and reshape relations.