Trump Says He Is Open to Meeting Iran President at UN
Published On 28 Sep, 2026
9 News HD: US President Donald Trump has said Trump is open to meeting Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian during the United Nations General Assembly in New York this week. The possible meeting comes as tensions between the United States and Iran remain high.
Trump’s comments were shared by Fox News correspondent Trey Yingst after speaking with Trump. Trump said Trump would probably be open to meeting Pezeshkian on the sidelines of the UN gathering.
However the meeting has not been confirmed. Pezeshkian is expected to attend the UN General Assembly and address the gathering on Wednesday while Trump is scheduled to speak on Tuesday.
Trump has also said that Trump is in a decision‑making phase over the Iran situation. Trump mentioned action continued economic pressure and reaching a deal as possible options. Trump’s latest comments have added attention to the possibility of talks between Trump and Pezeshkian.
The UN General Assembly is bringing world leaders in New York at a time of growing international tensions. A meeting, between Trump and Pezeshkian if it takes place could draw attention because of the current US‑Iran conflict.
For now there is no confirmation of a Trump‑Pezeshkian meeting. The focus will remain on the UN gathering and whether Trump and Pezeshkian make contact during the event.