Key facts
- Iran stated it could reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days if the US eases military pressure and lifts port blockades.
- The US denied entry visas to members of Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian's delegation for the UN General Assembly.
- US President Donald Trump is scheduled to address the UN General Assembly, focusing on international conflicts and Iran's nuclear program.
- France backs Pakistan's mediation between Iran and the US and seeks India's cooperation on Strait of Hormuz navigation.
- The US is withholding an entry visa for Sudanese army leader Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, reportedly making it contingent on signing a proposed ceasefire.
- UN Secretary-General António Guterres is concerned about the visa issue for Abdel Fattah al-Burhan and is engaging with US authorities.
Iran has indicated it is prepared to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to Gulf shipping within seven days, provided the United States eases military pressure and lifts its blockade on Iranian ports. This statement comes as both Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and US President Donald Trump are expected to attend the UN General Assembly in New York.
The US has denied visas to members of Pezeshkian's delegation, a move that complicates diplomatic efforts. Trump is scheduled to address the assembly, focusing on international conflicts and Iran's nuclear program.
France has welcomed Pakistan's mediation efforts between Iran and the US and is seeking India's cooperation on navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Meanwhile, the US is reportedly withholding an entry visa for Sudanese army leader Abdel Fattah al-Burhan, making it contingent on him signing a proposed 90-day ceasefire. The UN Secretary-General has expressed concern over this situation and is engaging with US authorities.