With the November U.S. midterms approaching, time is running out for President Trump, an analyst said. The U.S. is engaged in a costly, unpopular war with Iran, former Austrian defense attaché Wolfgang Pustai said. He said talks Trump hoped to launch under a memorandum of understanding have failed; Iran has resumed nuclear‑related work and continued attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, leaving Trump with nothing to present to U.S. voters. Pustai added that if Trump makes concessions now the

UN envoy to Lebanon Jean Arnault met Iran foreign minister Araghchi in Tehran to consult on Lebanese affairs and the UN’s role in consolidating the ceasefire and ending the regional war. Arnault reviewed Lebanon’s situation and called for implementation of the US‑Iran ceasefire memorandum and enhanced regional cooperation to secure lasting peace, including in Lebanon. Araghchi strongly condemned what he called illegal US attacks on Iran, breaches of arrangements in the Strait of Hormuz, and Israel’s ongoing military actions in Lebanon, saying the US is responsible for escalation risk and urging the UN to adopt a clear, firm stance. He reiterated Iran’s full support for the Lebanese people, Lebanon’s territorial integrity and sovereignty, and said Iran will continue efforts to end Israeli aggression and occupation of Lebanese territory.

Qatari authorities advised, for public safety, that all vessels and fishing boats temporarily suspend navigation until further notice.