Iran says seven-day Hormuz reopening offer remains on table

Summary

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Sunday that Iran’s offer to the United States to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days remains on the table, according to The Straits Times. Middle East Eye reported on Saturday that Araghchi said Tehran had presented a concrete seven-day plan through Qatar and was prepared to restore passage if necessary conditions were met.

Timeline

1. Middle East Eye

   18 Oct 2026, 01:22 UTCSource ↗

   Middle East Eye reports that Araghchi said Iran had conveyed a concrete seven-day Hormuz reopening proposal through Qatar and was prepared to restore passage if necessary conditions were met.

2. The Straits Times

   18 Oct 2026, 10:30 UTCSource ↗

   The Straits Times reports that Araghchi said Iran’s offer to the United States to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days remained on the table.