Pezeshkian used a Fox News interview in New York to say war was imposed on Iran, offer uranium dilution and revival of the Islamabad understanding, and insist Tehran sought a deal but would resist to the end. Araghchi set the condition that Hormuz would reopen within seven days if Washington accepted Iran's plan. Exile outlets noted the host's question on who governs Iran and called most claims false.
Trump's meeting with Xi shifted focus to Beijing, with U.S. outlets saying Trump called Chinese satellite support for Iranian strikes unacceptable after reports it improved accuracy, while Pezeshkian thanked Xi for backing the Islamabad formula.
Aviation pressure tightened as Najaf halted Iran flights on the Iraqi premier's order and others followed, prompting Tehran to warn skies would stay open for all or none, as Houthi missile claims on Riyadh drew an emergency Mecca Pact meeting and Colombia cut ties.