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Iran is awaiting Washington’s formal response to a proposal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict with the United States and reopening the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, as diplomatic efforts continue through mediators.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi held several meetings with Qatari mediators in New York during the UN General Assembly.
The mediators conveyed ideas discussed with Tehran to US officials, and Iran is now waiting for Washington’s response.
Tehran has proposed a seven-day roadmap for easing the crisis. Under the plan, the United States would release frozen Iranian assets, lift oil sanctions and end its naval blockade of Iranian ports.
Iran has said the Strait of Hormuz could be reopened within four to five days if its conditions are met, followed by negotiations on a broader agreement, including the nuclear issue.
Araghchi said the two sides had discussed possible solutions through indirect channels involving Qatar and Pakistan.
He described the diplomatic exchanges as becoming more serious following Iran’s proposal.
Meanwhile, US officials have indicated that any agreement must address Iran’s nuclear programme.
US President Donald Trump has also denied reports that Washington is prepared to offer Tehran concessions in exchange for nuclear commitments.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has said Tehran does not want war and does not seek nuclear weapons, while maintaining that Iran is prepared to defend its sovereignty.
The Strait of Hormuz remains a major focus of the negotiations because it is a crucial route for global oil shipments.
Continued disruption has already contributed to volatility in international energy markets.
