The United States and Iran confronted each other Monday as 191 parties began reviewing the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty, with Iran's election as vice president sparking dispute.
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The United States and Iran clashed over Tehran's nuclear program as a review of the Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty got underway Monday at the United Nations, officials said.
The confrontation centered on the election of Iran as one of 34 vice presidents of the conference, where 191 parties to the treaty are reviewing its implementation. The monthlong meeting marks the latest in a series of reviews conducted every five years since the treaty took effect in 1970.
The dispute over Iran's role at the conference reflects broader tensions between Washington and Tehran regarding Iran's nuclear activities. The treaty is designed to prevent the spread of atomic weapons globally.
Separately, the United States is reportedly considering a proposed interim deal communicated via Pakistan, according to sources familiar with the matter. Under Iran's proposal, Tehran would reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for Washington ending its blockade of Iranian ports. The proposal would postpone more complex negotiations over Iran's nuclear program.
German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul, attending talks at the United Nations in New York City, said the global community is united in the belief that the Strait of Hormuz must be reopened for navigation. Wadephul said he reached this assessment based on his meetings at the UN.
UN Secretary-General António Guterres has warned of rising nuclear risks amid the tensions. The monthlong review conference is expected to see repeated confrontations between the United States and Iran over Tehran's nuclear activities and its role in the proceedings.
President Trump extended a temporary truce with Iran pending submission of a unified proposal, while keeping U.S. military blockade in place.
Iranian official Araghchi meets with Russian counterparts, emphasizing commitment to peace efforts amid regional tensions.
Iran proposes ending its control of the strategic waterway and the war in exchange for lifting U.S. sanctions, postponing nuclear talks.
President cites October 7 attacks and nuclear concerns as reasons for conflict that began February 28.
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz criticized Washington's approach to the Iran conflict, saying Tehran has gained the upper hand and the US lacks a convincing exit strategy.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg on Monday to discuss Middle East peace efforts.
