US-Iran War Live News Updates: Tehran offers to reopen Hormuz within seven days if US accepts proposal
US-Iran War Live News Updates: Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian tells media outlets on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly that Iran wants the US to return to the MoU by early November.
by Mashkoora Khan · The Indian Express · JoinUS-Iran War Live News Updates: The diplomatic and military standoff between Iran, Israel, the United States and the wider Gulf region continues to shift, with mixed signals of both escalation risk and a possible path back to negotiations. Speeches at the UN General Assembly this week captured the divide, even as backchannel talks reportedly continue.
Iran’s position: President Masoud Pezeshkian has struck a notably conciliatory tone in US media appearances, saying Tehran would like to restore the June ceasefire understanding with Washington before America’s November midterm elections, and stating plainly that it is now up to the US to decide whether the conflict ends. Iranian officials are also said to be discussing a phased deal that would see the Strait of Hormuz reopened in return for Washington easing its economic blockade. Not all voices in Tehran are as emollient, however: a senior military adviser to the Supreme Leader has warned that any renewed US strikes could see the conflict spread to the Red Sea, the Bab el-Mandeb strait, or even the Indian Ocean.
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Netanyahu used his UN address to tell Iranians that popular power would ultimately prevail over the regime, framing this as a prediction of political change in Iran, while thanking President Trump for US support and claiming Israel had “crushed” Iran’s military capability a speech that drew protests outside the UN building. Meanwhile the UAE has suspended all Iranian airline flights over US sanctions, Houthi forces reportedly seized part of the Bab al-Mandeb strait and fired missiles at Saudi cities (intercepted by the anti-Houthi coalition), and Qatar has accused Netanyahu of using repeated attacks to distract from his domestic political troubles.
Key world developments:
- Pezeshkian says ending the war is now America’s choice, not Iran’s.
- Iran wants the June ceasefire understanding revived before the US midterms in November.
- A Hormuz reopening for sanctions relief is reportedly being discussed by negotiators.
- Netanyahu predicts internal Iranian political change while claiming military victory.
- UAE has suspended Iranian airline flights; Houthi-Saudi missile exchanges continue in the Red Sea.
Follow the latest world news and major international developments here. This live blog is a rolling curation of the day’s key global stories, with updates added as events unfold and the news agenda changes. The headline, introduction and Top Developments section will be refreshed throughout the day to reflect the stories that matter most at that moment.
Live Updates
Sep 25, 2026 08:29 AM IST
At UN, Netanyahu defends Israel as delegates walk out
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu mounted a forceful defense of Israel's actions in the region at the UN on Thursday, seeking to counter growing international isolation ahead of elections he could lose, as dozens of delegates streamed out.
The walkout underscored the competing pressures facing Netanyahu, who is battling mounting criticism abroad over the Gaza war while campaigning for reelection at home ahead of an October 27 vote.
The divisions over Israel's conduct were on display as Netanyahu began speaking, with dozens of delegates walking out in protest. He called them "moral cowards," while supporters in the gallery chanted in Hebrew: "The people of Israel live."
Sep 25, 2026 08:06 AM IST
Russian, Iranian foreign ministers say only diplomatic solution to conflict around Iran
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov and his Iranian counterpart met on Thursday and Moscow said both agreed that only a diplomatic settlement could end tension in the Middle East sparked by the US-Israeli war against Iran.
"Current regional and international issues were discussed with emphasis on the situation around Iran," Russia's Foreign Ministry said in a statement after Lavrov and Iran's Abbas Araqchi met in New York on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly.
"It was stressed that there is no alternative to a diplomatic settlement of the crisis provoked by the illegal actions of the United States and Israel."
Sep 25, 2026 07:36 AM IST
Pakistan’s Asif says he believes mediaton efforts to end war on Iran ‘will bear fruit’
Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Asif has told Al Jazeera that efforts to negotiate an end to the war in Iran must not be abandoned and that communication exchanges are ongoing.
“I believe they will bear fruit,” Asif said, adding that the Gulf region and the world must not be left waiting in anticipation of a solution to be reached.
Sep 25, 2026 06:58 AM IST
Qatar ‘categorically rejects’ Netanyahu’s claims over anti-Israel campaign
Qatar categorically rejects claims by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu at the UN General Assembly that Doha is running a campaign to influence public opinion against Israel.
Netanyahu had lashed out during his speech by accusing Qatar of pouring huge sums of money into American universities to “brainwash young people” into hating Israel and the West.
“This continuing rhetoric against Qatar is nothing more than an attempt to divert attention from the atrocities committed by his government in the occupied Palestinian territories and their grave humanitarian consequences,” Foreign Ministry spokesperson Majed Al-Ansari said in a post on X.
Sep 25, 2026 06:49 AM IST
Oil prices fall as markets look to Iran truce, but remain wary of attacks on oil facilities
Oil prices eased slightly on Friday as traders balanced growing hopes of a truce between the US and Iran against fresh Houthi rebel attacks on Saudi Arabia, following a volatile week of sharp price swings. Brent crude slipped 0.69% to $105.85 a barrel, while WTI fell 0.86% to $93.80, pulling back after Brent hit its highest close since September 15 a day earlier.
Key points:
Diplomatic progress softens prices: US and Iranian negotiators in New York are reportedly exploring a phased deal that would see Tehran reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for Washington lifting its economic blockade, easing some market anxiety despite ongoing military strikes.
A volatile week for crude: Prices spiked as much as 5% on Thursday before settling higher, with Brent up 3.4% and WTI up 2.7%. WTI remains down 6.42% for the week after a 13% slide over six sessions, while Brent gained 2.09%.
War's lasting impact on supply: Since fighting began in late February, roughly a fifth of global oil and gas shipments have been disrupted, driving prices up 50% in March alone and pushing LNG buyers to seek alternative, stable supply sources.
Sep 25, 2026 06:24 AM IST
Pezeshkian says Iran willing to give up 60% enriched uranium under NPT
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Tehran was willing to give up uranium enriched to 60% within the framework of international law and its obligations under the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty.
Asked by Fox News’ Bret Baier whether Iran would give up its 60% enriched uranium, Pezeshkian said: “Yes, within the framework of international law, based on the Nonproliferation Treaty. Whatever we are supposed to adhere to, we will.”
Sep 25, 2026 06:14 AM IST
Saudi Grand Mufti tells troops to be ready to sacrifice their lives fighting Houthis
Saudi Arabia's top religious authority called on soldiers in the kingdom to be ready to lay down their lives to fight the Iran-backed Houthis until the group is ousted from power, a statement posted on the Saudi state news agency said.
The rare and strongly worded message by Saudi Grand Mufti Sheikh Saleh bin Fawzan Al-Fawzan was addressed to soldiers stationed at the country's borders and drew heavily on Quranic verses and recorded sayings of the Prophet Mohammad related to sacrifice and struggle in defence of God.
It comes after weeks of escalating violence between Saudi Arabia and the Houthis which has seen the Iran-backed group attack the kingdom with salvos of missiles and drones and Saudi Arabia respond with airstrikes.
Sep 25, 2026 05:56 AM IST
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Pakistan to hold urgent chiefs-of-staff meeting after Houthi attacks
Saudi Arabia, Turkey and Pakistan will hold an urgent meeting of their chiefs of staff to discuss ways to support Riyadh under a joint defence agreement following attacks by Yemen's Houthis on the kingdom, the Saudi foreign ministry said on Friday.
Sep 25, 2026 05:45 AM IST
‘Iran isn’t for arrogant amateurs’, Ghalibaf tells US
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has mocked the US amid reports that the 10-year US Treasury yield surged to 5.11 percent, its highest level in nearly two decades.
“Happy 5.1% 10Y America,” Ghalibaf wrote on X. “You wanted Iran dragged back to 1970s? Nobody told you Iran isn’t for arrogant amateurs?.”
He added: “We’ll return you to 1970s rates, plus high gas prices, diesel shortages and bell-bottoms. Enjoy the nostalgia!”
Sep 25, 2026 05:29 AM IST
US to hand over centre at Baghdad airport: Iraqi FM
The United States will transfer to Iraq a diplomatic and logistics hub at Baghdad airport that was repeatedly targeted by Iran-backed groups during the Middle East war, the foreign ministry said Thursday.
It said an agreement was signed with the US charge d'affaires Steven Fagin "to hand over the diplomatic support centre affiliated with the US embassy at Baghdad International Airport to the Iraqi government".
The move, it added, was part of efforts to end the US-led coalition's military presence in Iraq, with the remaining troops set to complete their exit by September 30.
Sep 25, 2026 05:12 AM IST
Saudi Arabia's Civil Defence has announced that the danger in Jazan has passed.
Saudi Arabia's Civil Defence has announced that the danger in Jazan has passed.
Sep 25, 2026 05:09 AM IST
Britain warns Iran that UK will not tolerate hostile activity on British soil, Sky News reports
British Foreign Secretary Ed Miliband told Iran's foreign minister Abbas Araqchi in a meeting that the UK will "not tolerate intimidation, threats or hostile activity on UK soil" from groups linked to his country, Sky News reported on Thursday.
Sep 25, 2026 05:08 AM IST
Saudi Arabia issues warning for Jazan Province, stands down shortly after
Saudi Arabia’s General Directorate of Civil Defence issued a warning on its National Early Warning Platform for Jazan Province, although the alert has now been stood down.
The defence agency said “the danger has passed in Jazan Province,” in a further update on X.
Sep 25, 2026 05:06 AM IST
Iranian president says it is up to US to choose if it wants to end Iran war
ranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said it was up to the United States to choose when the Iran war will end, when he was asked if the conflict could end by the end of the year.
"It's America that must choose whether it wants to end this or not," Pezeshkian said, responding to the question in an interview aired on Thursday evening on Fox News' "Special Report with Bret Baier" show.
Sep 25, 2026 05:02 AM IST
Houthis say targeted Riyadh, Saudi Aramco facilities in yanbu
Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis said on Thursday that they had launched missile and drone attacks on what they described as "a sensitive target" in Saudi Arabia's capital Riyadh and on Saudi Aramco facilities in the Red Sea city of Yanbu.
The statement came after Saudi Arabia said it had intercepted six ballistic missiles fired by the Houthis towards the southern province of Taif and Yanbu area on the Red Sea.
There was no immediate Saudi confirmation of an attack on Riyadh or of damage or casualties in either Taif and Yanbu.
Sep 25, 2026 05:01 AM IST
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