Iran has proposed reopening the strategically important Strait of Hormuz within seven days and restarting negotiations on its nuclear programme if the United States agrees to a series of conditions, including lifting restrictions on Iranian ports, easing sanctions on oil exports, and observing a broader ceasefire arrangement that would extend to Lebanon.
Iranian Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, disclosed the proposal while speaking to reporters outside the United Nations Security Council on Friday. According to him, the plan is designed to reduce regional tensions and revive stalled diplomatic engagement between Tehran and Washington.
“The seven-day timeline will start as soon as the United States accepts this plan,” Araghchi said.
He explained that the initial implementation phase would take between four and five days, after which the crucial waterway would be reopened on the sixth day.
“And on day seven, the talks with the U.S. will be started for the final deal on mutually agreed subjects,” he added, referring to negotiations surrounding Iran’s nuclear programme.
The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most critical energy transit routes, serving as a passage for a significant share of globally traded oil and gas. Iran’s disruption of shipping activities along the route has emerged as a major source of leverage in its standoff with the United States and its allies.
The disruption has had far-reaching implications for global energy markets, with concerns over supply stability extending beyond the Middle East. Analysts note that continued uncertainty in the strait has also created political challenges for U.S. President Donald Trump and his Republican Party ahead of the November midterm congressional elections.
Reacting to the proposal, the White House said U.S. officials were engaged in what it described as “positive and constructive” discussions with mediators involved in efforts to end the conflict.
In response to questions regarding the Iranian offer, the administration noted that it was facilitating significant oil exports through the Strait of Hormuz but stopped short of commenting directly on Tehran’s specific conditions.
Meanwhile, Gulf Arab states have yet to issue official responses to the proposal. However, a source familiar with regional discussions told The Associated Press that Saudi Arabia remains cautious about the latest diplomatic initiative and is sceptical about the prospects of a breakthrough agreement.
The proposal represents Tehran’s latest attempt to negotiate an easing of economic pressure while seeking guarantees on regional security, as tensions surrounding its nuclear programme and maritime activities continue to dominate international diplomacy.
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