Dubai, September 25: Iran has put forward a proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days, subject to the United States agreeing to several conditions outlined by Tehran.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reportedly discussed the proposal during a private meeting held on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
Under the proposed arrangement, Tehran would reopen the strategic maritime passage and resume discussions with Washington over Iran's nuclear programme. In return, Iran wants the United States to end its naval blockade of Iranian ports, ease restrictions affecting Iranian oil exports and support a ceasefire that includes Lebanon.
The proposal follows an earlier understanding reached between Iran and the United States in June. That arrangement provided for a longer implementation period, but the understanding later collapsed as tensions surrounding maritime traffic in the region intensified.
Araghchi has said the seven-day period would start once Washington agrees to the proposed terms. According to the plan, preliminary measures could be completed within four to five days, allowing the Strait to reopen around the sixth day. Broader negotiations would then begin on the seventh day.
The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical route for international energy shipments. A substantial volume of oil and other energy products moves through the waterway, making its security important for global energy markets and maritime trade.
Iran's latest proposal comes as diplomatic contacts continue around the UN General Assembly. Qatar has been involved in facilitating communication between Tehran and Washington, while the two countries continue to explore diplomatic channels.
Iran has maintained that it is prepared to engage diplomatically but is seeking assurances against further US military action. Tehran has also connected the reopening of the waterway with wider questions involving sanctions and regional security arrangements.
The United States has yet to publicly agree to Iran's proposed seven-day framework.
The Strait of Hormuz connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea. Any extended disruption to shipping through the passage could have implications for international energy supplies, shipping costs and global trade.
Dubai, September 25: Iran has put forward a proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days, subject to the United States agreeing to several conditions outlined by Tehran.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reportedly discussed the proposal during a private meeting held on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
Under the proposed arrangement, Tehran would reopen the strategic maritime passage and resume discussions with Washington over Iran's nuclear programme. In return, Iran wants the United States to end its naval blockade of Iranian ports, ease restrictions affecting Iranian oil exports and support a ceasefire that includes Lebanon.
The proposal follows an earlier understanding reached between Iran and the United States in June. That arrangement provided for a longer implementation period, but the understanding later collapsed as tensions surrounding maritime traffic in the region intensified.
Araghchi has said the seven-day period would start once Washington agrees to the proposed terms. According to the plan, preliminary measures could be completed within four to five days, allowing the Strait to reopen around the sixth day. Broader negotiations would then begin on the seventh day.
The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical route for international energy shipments. A substantial volume of oil and other energy products moves through the waterway, making its security important for global energy markets and maritime trade.
Iran's latest proposal comes as diplomatic contacts continue around the UN General Assembly. Qatar has been involved in facilitating communication between Tehran and Washington, while the two countries continue to explore diplomatic channels.
Iran has maintained that it is prepared to engage diplomatically but is seeking assurances against further US military action. Tehran has also connected the reopening of the waterway with wider questions involving sanctions and regional security arrangements.
The United States has yet to publicly agree to Iran's proposed seven-day framework.
The Strait of Hormuz connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea. Any extended disruption to shipping through the passage could have implications for international energy supplies, shipping costs and global trade.
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