Iran offers to end chokehold on Strait of Hormuz, asks U.S. to end blockade
Iran has proposed ending its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for the U.S. lifting its blockade on the country, according to two regional officials. The offer does not include concessions on Iran's nuclear program. Iranian Foreign Minister's visit to Russia coincided with the announcement, during which he stated the trip was aimed at discussing regional conflicts with Moscow.
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Iran is offering to end its chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz without addressing its nuclear programme, two regional officials with knowledge of the proposal said on Monday (April 27, 2026), as the country's Foreign Minister made a visit to Russia, which he said was an opportunity to consult with Moscow regarding the war against Israel and the United States.Iran also wants the U.S. to end its blockade of the country as part of its proposal, said the two officials, who spoke on condition of anonymity to discuss the closed-door negotiations.
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