Iran Proposes Seven-Day Plan to Reopen Strait of Hormuz Through Qatar Mediation

UPDATE - follow-up to US-Iran War Live News Updates: Trump rejects Iran ceasefire, expects renewed bombing after midterms: Diplomatic efforts are gaining ground as Iran sends a new proposal to the United States via Qatar to end the conflict and reopen the crucial Strait of Hormuz within seven days.

The Proposal and Regional Talks

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that the seven-day timeline can begin as soon as Washington accepts the plan, noting that the steps involved are already outlined in an existing memorandum of understanding. Under this proposed arrangement, the US would lift its blockade, which could also allow Tehran to regain access to its frozen financial assets. Meanwhile, Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan have held emergency military talks, and a Saudi-led coalition reported intercepting two Houthi drones directed at Riyadh.

Differing Stances

Despite these diplomatic moves, friction remains high. US President Donald Trump has rejected a separate seven-day ceasefire proposal. At the same time, Qatar has pushed back against accusations from Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu regarding an influence campaign, while Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian maintained that Tehran is not pursuing nuclear weapons during discussions with UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres.