Iran proposes seven-day plan to reopen Strait of Hormuz amid U.S. rejection

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian announced a proposal, coordinated with Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei, to reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz within seven days. The plan, presented to the United States via Qatari mediators during the UN General Assembly in New York, requires Washington to lift economic blockades on Iranian ports, unfreeze assets, and remove oil sanctions. To manage these negotiations, Tehran has formed a six-member committee representing the armed forces, parliament, and the government.

U.S. President Donald Trump has officially rejected the proposal. Speaking to reporters on September 26, 2026, Trump dismissed the deal, stating that the U.S. is currently in a strong position and accusing Iran of seeking a quick agreement only to address its economic difficulties. Despite the rejection, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Tehran remains committed to its terms and will not abandon its negotiation rights.

Following the diplomatic impasse, the Iranian-established Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) issued a warning to commercial vessels, threatening consequences for those navigating through what it defines as illegal routes. The region remains tense as the waterway stays de facto closed since the outbreak of hostilities on February 28, 2026, and both nations continue to maintain their respective demands.