Outside the New York United Nations General Assembly venue, the three hour meeting has attracted global attention. Iranian Foreign Minister Alaghi met with US envoy Witkov at the request of the US, and Trump's evaluation afterwards was very constructive. Trump stated that the talks will last for 3 hours, and both sides have arranged another meeting in the near future, stating that they do not rule out reaching an agreement after the midterm elections. Iran has clarified the conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, demanding that the United States immediately lift the maritime blockade, unfreeze assets, and end regional conflicts.

Senior Iranian officials have revealed that if the United States reduces military pressure and lifts the blockade, Iran can reopen the strait within 7 days, and Peshezhian will not meet with Trump at the United Nations General Assembly. Shipping data shows that on September 21, 2026, the number of merchant ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz decreased to 2, further decreasing from 10 the previous day. The diplomatic turning point released by the meeting has created a possibility of easing the tense situation in the Middle East.Editor/Min Jing