Iran weighs two-day Strait of Hormuz reopening plan tied to US demands

Iran is considering a two-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz if the United States meets its demands, according to Iranian officials. The proposal is contingent on the lifting of a US naval blockade and other unspecified conditions. Iranian foreign ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei said contacts with the US continue via mediators, but that everything depends on Washington's actions and acceptance of Iran's demands. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi also stated Iran is cooperating with Qatar on a peace plan, without direct US negotiations. The US maintains a naval blockade in the Persian Gulf in response to Iran's restrictions on Hormuz traffic and has tightened sanctions, while threatening new attacks. Iran previously proposed a seven-day reopening plan under certain conditions, which drew a strong reaction from former President Trump.