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Iran awaits United States response relayed through Qatari mediators

Iranian state media reported the delegation has no plans for new negotiations with the United States in New York.

Why it mattersOrdinary people could see essential shipping lanes reopen if both nations agree to lift blockades and ease sanctions.

In which country will the next direct or indirect senior-level US-Iran diplomatic meeting begin by December 31, 2026? No Meeting by December 31 leadsUnlikely34%

How we got here

  1. Israel and the United States attacked Iranian cities, prompting Iranian retaliation and tighter control of the Strait of Hormuz. Cn
  2. The United States and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding to end the war, scheduling sixty days of talks. Cn
  3. Trump publicly rejected Iran's proposal, calling it unacceptable. Al Jazeera
  4. The Iranian delegation scheduled no new U.S. negotiations in New York, and Araghchi planned to return to Tehran. Heraldcorp
  5. Araghchi stated that Iran was awaiting the U.S. response through mediators following another discussion with Qatari mediators. Ir

What's likely next

  1. U.S. officials said any agreement would need to address Iran’s nuclear program; reporting described unresolved differences over the timing and order of commitments.

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