Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated at the UN General Assembly that Iran would never "surrender" after nearly seven months of conflict with the United States and Israel, but is prepared to resolve the conflict through diplomatic channels. Responding to US President Donald Trump's threat to "totally destroy" Iran if a deal is not reached soon, he emphasized that any agreement must include an end to the US blockade of Iranian ships and ports, and highlighted the importance of the Strait of Hormuz to all nations. On Tuesday, Iranian Foreign Minister Araghchi and US envoy Witkoff held their first indirect talks since June, mediated by Qatar, on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, with both sides expressing hope for constructive discussions.