Iran says US ‘not serious’ about talks amid Tehran meeting

What happened: Officials from Iran, Pakistan, Turkiye and Saudi Arabia held talks in Tehran on Monday in an effort to stop further escalation. Iran said the US is "not serious" about talks. Key numbers: Talks held on Monday. Published 27 Oct 2026. Why it matters: The meeting was aimed at preventing further escalation, and Iran's statement signals friction with the US over the talks.

Officials from Iran, Pakistan, Turkiye and Saudi Arabia held talks in Tehran on Monday in an effort to stop further escalation. Iran said the US is "not serious" about talks.

The meeting was aimed at preventing further escalation, and Iran's statement signals friction with the US over the talks.