US-Iran talks continue amid threats of renewed conflict
Conflict · First reported 1 Nov, 13:02 · Updated 13:31
Iran and the United States remain in mediated contact, but their positions on what must happen first have not been resolved. Iranian officials have outlined conditions for a deal while warning of military readiness; a separate report says oil prices fell as signs of diplomacy emerged.
- Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran’s proposal to partly reopen the Strait of Hormuz could take effect after two days, shortened from seven, while Iran seeks tangible implementation of its demands.
- Iranian officials described military preparations and said a renewed escalation could prompt attacks; US President Donald Trump said the talks were going “fine” while questioning Iran’s reliability.
- Brent crude fell 7% on Monday, reaching below $106 a barrel at one point, amid signs of US-Iran diplomacy.
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Key facts
- Hormuz proposal timeline
- Iran’s proposed period before partial reopening was reduced from seven days to two.
- Brent crude
- Down 7% on Monday and below $106 a barrel at one point.
- Reported tanker incidents
- At least four tankers were identified as hit on Friday and Saturday.
- Iran electricity planning
- A passive-defence official said 14 electricity-dependent sectors had been identified for support in a renewed war.
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- An earlier update said Iranian negotiators met Qatari mediators in Doha for a third day, with a Strait of Hormuz proposal still under discussion and no final conclusion.
- An earlier report said Iranian officials warned a renewed conflict could last longer than the previous fighting, while Trump signalled possible further strikes and diplomatic contacts continued.
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