Qatar's top diplomat met with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian during the UN General Assembly in New York to discuss conditions for de-escalation and dialogue. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the assembly, as both nations seek to ease tensions in the region.
Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi proposed a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days, outlining the terms during a private gathering at the same event. The proposal comes amid ongoing regional disputes and efforts to stabilize critical maritime routes.
Meanwhile, the UN General Assembly witnessed protests as Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended Israel’s military actions in Gaza and the Middle East. His speech prompted some delegates to leave the hall, highlighting the deep divisions over the region’s conflicts.
In a separate address, Ireland’s Taoiseach Micheal Martin criticized Israel’s actions at the UN, expressing solidarity with Palestine. His remarks received strong support from other world leaders, underscoring the complex political dynamics at play during the assembly.
