US-Iran war: First talks in months raise hopes of deal — what UAE residents need to know tonight
The US-Iran conflict has entered a potentially significant diplomatic phase, with the two sides holding their first indirect talks in months on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York. US President Donald Trump said there was “a lot of momentum” towards an agreement, although Iran stressed that its conditions for ending the war had not changed. Get updated faster and for FREE:…
The US and Iran have held their first indirect talks in months, raising hopes of a potential deal. The negotiations took place in New York, with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner communicating through mediators. Despite the progress, Iran reiterated its key conditions for ending the conflict, including an end to fighting and a halt to US aggression.
Meanwhile, new US sanctions targeting Iran's aviation sector have begun to take effect, affecting fuel supplies and services. Oil prices have retreated as markets anticipate a diplomatic breakthrough, but the Strait of Hormuz remains a critical point of concern for Gulf states, with commercial shipping at reduced levels. UAE residents should stay informed about flight schedules and potential delays due to the ongoing tensions.
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