Iran offers to reopen Strait of Hormuz pending US concessions

A senior Iranian official announced on September 22, 2026, that Tehran is prepared to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days if the United States lifts its naval blockade of Iranian ports and reduces military pressure in the region. This statement follows reports from Iran’s military command on Sunday regarding intelligence that the U.S. and regional allies are preparing for new military operations. Tehran has warned that such actions would trigger unrestricted retaliation.

While an Iranian delegation is currently in New York for the United Nations General Assembly with full authority to engage in diplomatic talks, the official confirmed that no meeting is scheduled between Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and U.S. President Donald Trump. Iran has proposed resolving these hostilities through mediators, with a formal proposal reportedly delivered on September 16. The current status remains a standoff, as Iran demands an official U.S. declaration of intent for diplomacy and a concrete timeline for de-escalation before proceeding further.