Iran’s president says supreme leader backs new plan to reopen Hormuz

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian revealed that a six-person team has been meeting to discuss a proposal to reopen the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. This team, comprising representatives from the military, parliament, and government, has the authority to make crucial decisions. The proposal was coordinated with Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei, according to Pezeshkian's interview with US media, which was later quoted by state media.

Pezeshkian also stated that Iran would fulfill its obligations if the US agrees to the proposal, ensuring no issues arise. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global oil supply, is at the heart of the ongoing standoff between the US and Iran, which has been at a stalemate for nearly seven months. If the US accepts the plan and meets its obligations, Pezeshkian assured that Iran would reciprocate, hinting at the potential resolution of the conflict.

However, as of now, Washington has not publicly responded to Iran's proposal. The plan, similar to a memorandum of understanding signed between the US and Iran in June, seeks to release frozen Iranian assets worth at least $12 billion, lift sanctions on Iranian oil, and end the US naval blockade around Iran.