US and Iran hold first talks since June after Trump's 'annihilation' threat
Summary
Top Iranian and US officials met at the United Nations in New York for talks, the first since their ceasefire broke down in June. President Donald Trump warned that if no deal is reached, he could "annihilate" Iran, while both sides exchanged conditions and ongoing disputes remain unresolved.Key Facts
- US and Iran officials held talks at the UN in New York, mediated by Qatar.
- The meeting included Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi and US envoy Steve Witkoff.
- This was the first direct contact since a ceasefire ended in June.
- President Trump said he might "annihilate" Iran if no peaceful deal is made.
- The US and Israel attacked Iranian targets in February, leading to Iranian retaliation.
- Iran blocked the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for 20% of the world’s oil supply, causing price fluctuations.
- Iran demands that the US stop what it calls “acts of aggression.”
- The US maintained a naval blockade of Iranian ports, hurting Iran’s economy and increasing tensions.
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