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Iran keeps seven-day Hormuz plan open as US demands remain

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on 18 October that the seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz remained on the table. Tehran is reviewing US comments; no agreement has been reached.

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AI-generated illustrative image: oil tanker with distant naval escort in the Strait of Hormuz
AI-generated illustrative image: oil tanker with distant naval escort in the Strait of Hormuz

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U.S. account

The United States wants Iran's nuclear programme addressed from the outset of any deal. Vice President JD Vance demanded a meaningful reduction in Iran's uranium-enrichment capacity; Donald Trump had publicly rejected the existing plan.

Iranian account

Araghchi said Iran seeks an end to the US blockade of Iranian ports, relief for oil exports and an end to hostilities on all regional fronts. If accepted, the strait could open on day six and negotiations begin on day seven.

Neutral editorial assessment

Reuters and AP confirm that Iran's offer remains open and that indirect messages continue. The core conditions of the two sides remain unresolved. No lifting of the blockade, reopening of the strait or new formal talks has been confirmed.

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