Iran war diplomacy targets reopening Strait of Hormuz

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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said the proposals involve a phased reopening of the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for an end to hostilities involving Iran and Lebanon, removal of a U.S. naval blockade, the unfreezing of Iranian assets and sanctions relief for Iranian oil. U.S. officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio, indicate discussions are continuing, while President Donald Trump has rejected Iran’s latest demands and has not ruled out further strikes. The strait is a critical route for global oil shipments, making the diplomatic effort the most consequential developing international story in the available coverage.

Sources: Associated Press, Anadolu Agency, Fox News, NPR, Democracy Now