Iran's top diplomat hopes US shows 'rationality,' and other Mideast news

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On Monday, Vice President JD Vance said the United States is hopeful of a negotiated solution with Iran, noting that both he and President Donald Trump view the prospects of reaching a deal positively. Trump also signaled progress in talks aimed at averting a return to war, with Tehran reporting intensive exchanges and offering to reopen the Strait of Hormuz under strict conditions. The diplomatic signals were made ahead of the upcoming US midterm elections.

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