US and Chinese leaders are scheduled to hold their third face-to-face meeting this year, with an anticipated agenda covering trade, artificial intelligence, and Iran.

During an address at the United Nations, the Iranian president stated that Tehran would not yield to external pressure, while indicating a continued willingness to engage in diplomatic dialogue.

Iranian authorities have issued statements warning of potential disruptions to the airports of countries that enforce US sanctions on its airlines. These threats have not been accompanied by specific details on timing or implementation, and independent verification of operational readiness remains unavailable.

Speaking at a UN Security Council meeting on September 23, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Moscow will not suspend its "special military operation" during potential negotiations with Ukraine, while claiming readiness for talks aimed at a lasting peace.

He further attributed Ukraine's current territorial status to alleged "fraud" by European nations and cited recent visits by US officials as evidence of American interest in a settlement.