Policy/press release/2026-09-22

US and Iranian officials hold three-hour talks at UN, described as productive by Trump

US and Iranian officials held a three-hour meeting at the United Nations General Assembly. President Trump confirmed the talks, describing them as "very good" and "productive." Al Jazeera reported that the discussions aimed at de-escalating conflict and ensuring the opening of the Strait of Hormuz. Despite this diplomatic engagement, both nations continued to employ strong rhetoric, with the US threatening "annihilate" and Iran "crushing attacks." The occurrence and duration of the meeting were widely reported, with Trump's positive assessment being the primary source for the talks' characterization.

6 articles from 2 outlets covered this story. The underlying claim is sourced from a press release.

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2 outlets covered “US and Iranian officials hold three-hour talks at UN, described as productive by Trump”. All of them report the following:

  • US and Iranian officials held a meeting
  • The meeting occurred at the United Nations
  • The meeting lasted three hours
  • President Trump described the talks positively
  • Both nations continued to use strong rhetoric during the period of talks
  • The talks aimed at de-escalating conflict and opening the Strait of Hormuz

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