diplomacyThursday, September 24, 2026event Sep 253 sources

US and Iran negotiate phased deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz, with Iran proposing 7-day timeline

US and Iran are negotiating a phased agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran proposing a 7-day timeline contingent on US compliance. The talks aim to end the US blockade of the strategic waterway. The agreement, if reached, would mark a significant shift in regional tensions.

US and Iran are discussing a phased deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the US blockade, according to reports from Arab News and Al Arabiya. The negotiations, which began on September 25, 2026, involve both sides proposing conditions for the resumption of maritime traffic through the strait. Iran has proposed a 7-day timeline for the reopening of the strait, provided the US meets its conditions.

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IndependentArab NewsSep 25, 08:43 AM
US and Iran discuss phased deal to reopen Hormuz and end US blockade, sources say - Arab News

US and Iran discuss phased deal to reopen Hormuz and end US blockade, sources say  Arab News

IndependentArab NewsSep 25, 08:43 AM
Iran proposes a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in 7 days if the US meets its conditions - Arab News

Iran proposes a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in 7 days if the US meets its conditions  Arab News

IndependentAl ArabiyaSep 24, 09:35 PM
US and Iran discuss phased deal to reopen Hormuz and end US blockade, sources say - Al Arabiya English

US and Iran discuss phased deal to reopen Hormuz and end US blockade, sources say  Al Arabiya English