Iran says it can reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi spoke at the United Nations in New York. He said the United States must agree to steps in a plan from 18 June. Iran sent its offer to the US through Qatar. A US official said the two countries are talking through other countries, but the US has not given an official answer.

The strait is a narrow sea route near Iran. Before the war, about 20% of the world’s oil and gas moved through it. The US and Israel attacked Iran on 28 February. Iran then attacked Israel, US bases, and some US partners. Iran also closed the strait. This caused large changes in energy prices and problems for ships.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran could stop fighting when the US accepts the June plan. He also said UN workers could check Iran’s nuclear sites. The plan says Iran must not make a nuclear weapon, all sides must stop attacks, and ships must travel safely through the strait. The two sides may agree and reopen the route, but new attacks are also possible if talks fail.