Tehran has dismissed the recent response from the United States regarding a proposed seven-day plan to reopen the strategic Strait of Hormuz. Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, stated on Sunday that while Washington appeared to accept certain conditions, the overall response remained insufficient. He emphasized that the U.S. still needs to provide clarity on several outstanding issues to move the process forward.
The Iranian proposal, submitted last month, outlines a framework for resuming negotiations on the country’s nuclear programme. Under the terms of the plan, Tehran would agree to resume talks and facilitate maritime transit through the Strait of Hormuz if Washington lifts its naval blockade of Iranian ports, removes sanctions on Iranian oil exports, and observes a ceasefire that includes Lebanon.
Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi confirmed that diplomatic efforts are continuing behind the scenes, with messages being exchanged through various mediators. Araghchi noted that Tehran has already shared its views on the American feedback regarding the plan. He indicated that the Iranian government is expected to formulate a formal response to U.S. proposals concerning the wider West Asia conflict in the coming days.
The diplomatic exchanges occur against a backdrop of escalating regional tension. Reports suggest that Washington is evaluating various military options as it navigates the ongoing instability in the region. Despite the military posturing, Iranian officials maintain that the negotiation process remains active. Tehran continues to insist that any long-term resolution to the standoff requires Washington to address the specific conditions outlined in their seven-day proposal.
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