Iran ready to reopen Hormuz in two days if U.S. meets demands

Iran said Monday it could reopen the Strait of Hormuz within two days if the U.S. meets its demands, as President Donald Trump issued new war threats during midterm election rallies. The offer follows mediation efforts by Pakistan, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Oman, with Iran proposing conditions including ending the war, unfreezing assets, and lifting oil sanctions. Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said messages are being exchanged via mediators. Iran has blockaded Hormuz since the war began in February, raising energy prices and affecting U.S. elections. Trump warned Iran to expect "the hammer," while China urged political solutions and Iran vowed a "powerful response" to any aggression.