Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian announced on September 24, 2026, that Tehran wants to strike a deal with the United States before the November midterm elections. By September 27, Pezeshkian indicated Iran would allow nuclear inspectors and discussed reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian stated on September 13, 2026 that Tehran is not at war with Saudi Arabia, claiming the Houthis operate independently and have their own agenda. The statement came amid escalating tensions following Houthi strikes on Saudi military targets.