Ukraine, Iran hold first direct talks on de-escalation at UNGA

Ukrainian Foreign Minister Andrii Sybiha met his Iranian counterpart on the sidelines of the 81st UN General Assembly, discussing mutual steps to prevent further tensions. This marks a rare direct diplomatic contact between the two states, which have been on opposing sides of the Russia-Ukraine conflict due to Iranian drone supplies to Moscow. The outcome is uncertain, but the meeting signals a potential shift toward dialogue despite ongoing hostilities.