Iran's Araghchi says war-avoidance diplomacy hinges on US 'rationality'
Tehran says talks on reopening the Strait of Hormuz are underway in Qatar as Gaza strikes, a Gulf vessel attack and Houthi reports keep the region on edge.
What to know
- Iran's Araghchi says the outcome of diplomacy to avert all-out war with the U.S. depends on Washington's answers to 'Iranian questions'.
- Iranian negotiators are reportedly in Qatar discussing a proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within two days if U.S. conditions are met, with no direct U.S.-Iran talks underway.
- Despite an October 2025 ceasefire, near-daily Israeli strikes in Gaza continue; more than 1,570 Palestinians have been killed since the truce, pushing the overall war toll above 74,500.
- Parallel flashpoints persist across the region: a Qatari LNG vessel was struck in the Persian Gulf and Houthi rebels report Saudi-led strikes on a Yemeni medical school.
“diplomacy over other paths”
Abbas Araghchi, Iranian Foreign Minister · Telegram interview, via AP ↗ · Oct 31
Abbas Araghchi Iranian Foreign Minister
Donald Trump U.S. President
Benjamin Netanyahu Israeli Prime MinisterNakilat (Qatar Gas Transport Co.) Qatari LNG shipping companyHouthi rebels Yemen-based armed group
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Araghchi says Iran hopes for US 'rationality' to avoid war
In a Telegram-shared interview, Araghchi said consultations with mediators continue and that the outcome depends on U.S. answers to 'Iranian questions,' adding Iran is ready for both defense and diplomacy depending on Washington's approach.
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Houthis report Saudi-led strikes on Hodeida medical school
Houthi-run Al-Masirah TV reported two airstrikes on the University of Hodeida's medical school, blaming Saudi Arabia; the Saudi-led coalition said only that it carried out a 'precision operation,' with no immediate word on casualties.
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Israeli strikes kill eight in Gaza, including a boy — A strike in Khan Younis killed five people and another in Gaza City killed three, including a young boy, according to Nasser and Shifa hospitals; Israel's military said it targeted militants in both locations.
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Araghchi says Iranian negotiators are in Qatar for Hormuz talks — Araghchi said Iranian negotiators were holding talks in Qatar on a proposal that could reopen the Strait of Hormuz within two days if the U.S. meets several conditions, while clarifying no direct U.S.-Iran talks are taking place.
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Trump and Netanyahu hold phone call — President Trump told reporters he spoke with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Saturday, describing it as a 'very good talk,' though Netanyahu made no public comment on the call amid speculation he might seek renewed conflict with Iran after his coalition lost its parliamentary majority.
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Qatari-flagged LNG vessel struck in the Persian Gulf — Qatar's Nakilat (Qatar Gas Transport Co.) said its vessel Al Mayeda was struck by 'unidentified objects' while in the Persian Gulf on Friday night, sustaining damage but with no injuries or environmental impact; the vessel remained operational.