Iran Offers Strait of Hormuz Deal as Diplomatic Tensions With US Continue

Iran has proposed a new agreement to the United States aimed at reopening the strategically important Strait of Hormuz within a week, according to Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.

Speaking to reporters, Araghchi said the proposal was delivered to Washington through Qatar and is based on elements of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) previously signed between the two countries. He said the framework for restoring maritime traffic is already in place and that implementation now depends on whether the United States accepts the conditions outlined in the agreement.

“The choice now rests with the United States,” Araghchi said, adding that the waterway could be reopened quickly if the necessary conditions are met.

However, reports soon emerged that US President Donald Trump had rejected the proposal. According to reports citing US officials, Trump remains skeptical that Iran would fulfill its commitments and is reportedly considering alternative options, including maintaining military pressure.

The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most critical shipping routes, with a significant share of global oil and liquefied natural gas exports passing through the narrow waterway. Its closure has contributed to volatility in international energy markets and heightened concerns about global supply chains.

Iranian officials say their proposal includes a seven-day cessation of hostilities across the Middle East, including conflict zones such as Lebanon. Tehran has linked the reopening of the strait to broader diplomatic and economic measures contained in the earlier MOU.

According to Iranian officials, those measures include the release of billions of dollars in frozen Iranian assets, the easing of sanctions on Iranian oil exports, and an end to restrictions affecting Iran’s maritime activities.

Meanwhile, Iranian Revolutionary Guard representatives have reiterated that Tehran expects specific conditions to be met before changing its position, underscoring the ongoing differences between the two sides.

The latest proposal comes amid continued diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions in the region and stabilize global energy markets. Analysts say any agreement involving the Strait of Hormuz would have major implications for international trade, oil prices, and regional security.

For now, however, the prospects for a breakthrough remain uncertain as both sides continue to exchange demands while discussions proceed through intermediaries.