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Imagine the Strait of Hormuz Reopening Within a Week: Iran and US Envoys Just Held Their First Talks Since the Ceasefire Collapsed

On 22-23 September, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner held Qatar-mediated talks on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, described as very productive and lasting about three hours — the first contacts since the interim ceasefire collapsed in July. Iran said the Strait of Hormuz could be reopened within seven days if its preconditions were met. Both sides say they remain far apart.

Source: The Guardian

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