Iran Offers to Reopen Strait of Hormuz if U.S. Lifts Blockade and Ends War
Iranian officials have proposed restoring commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for a permanent end to the conflict and the removal of a U.S. naval blockade
Iran has proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping in exchange for the United States lifting its naval blockade and agreeing to a permanent end to the ongoing conflict. Two regional officials with knowledge of the diplomatic offer disclosed the terms on Monday, marking a potential breakthrough in what has become one of the most dangerous maritime standoffs in recent memory.[1][2]
The diplomatic offer was reportedly passed to American officials through Pakistan. Despite the proposal, President Donald Trump appears unlikely to accept the terms at this stage, as the deal would leave unresolved the fundamental disagreements that prompted the United States and Israel to go to war on February 28. The conflict has been characterized by significant maritime tension and military action.[2][3]
Beyond the reopening of the strait, reports suggest that Iran would also agree to postpone nuclear talks if the blockade is lifted and the war ends. This comes as the Trump administration continues to insist that its central goal in the conflict is preventing Iran from ever obtaining a nuclear weapon. While the offer marks a potential breakthrough in the maritime standoff, the U.S. has not yet accepted the proposal.[1][2][3]
