U.S. Grants Visas to Iran's President and Foreign Minister Araghchi to Attend UN Meeting Amid Ongoing War

The U.S. granted visas to Iran's President and Foreign Minister Araghchi for the United Nations high-level meeting, which is set to take place at the United Nations headquarters in New York. The decision was made despite the ongoing conflict between the two nations, which has lasted over six months. The move is notable as it occurs without any indication of progress on key issues such as the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz or resuming nuclear negotiations. The U.S. State Department confirmed the visa approvals, emphasizing the importance of engaging with Iran on global issues despite the current tensions. Tehran has not commented on the visa approvals, but the move is seen as a potential step toward maintaining diplomatic channels. The decision has been reported by multiple outlets, including The Hindu and AP, with no significant divergence in the details provided.