Iran makes new offer to open Strait of Hormuz, seeks end of US blockade, officials say
Iran has offered to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for the U.S. ending its blockade on Iranian ports. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi expressed gratitude to Russian President Vladimir Putin for Moscow's continued support of Tehran.
Iran has made a new offer to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for the U.S. lifting its blockade on Iranian ports. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in St. Petersburg, where he thanked Russia for its continued support of Tehran. Araghchi emphasized the strength of ties between Iran and Russia, describing their relationship as a strategic partnership. Sen. Lindsey Graham responded, saying Iran is 'playing games' and that the regime's behavior is the real problem. U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned businesses and governments against working with sanctioned Iranian airlines, citing the risk of U.S. sanctions.
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