Iran Offers Seven-Day Plan to End War with US, Waits for Washington Response

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi revealed on Friday that his country has presented a seven-day plan to end its war with the United States. The proposal, which was conveyed through Qatar, would see Washington lift its naval blockade of Iranian ports and waive sanctions on oil sales if Tehran agrees to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and resume nuclear talks.

Araghchi noted that initial steps in the plan would take four to five days, with the Strait reopening on day six. On day seven, US and Iran would start final negotiations on mutually agreed subjects, including Tehran's nuclear program.

The plan mirrors a memorandum of understanding signed between Tehran and Washington in June but collapsed after 60 days due to disagreements over shipping rules through Hormuz. Under the proposal, the US would also release $12bn in frozen Iranian assets and observe a ceasefire covering the region, including Lebanon and Yemen.

Araghchi said Iran awaits Washington's response on the plan, adding that 'the choice now rests with the United States.' Analysts remain skeptical about the deal's chances of success, citing concerns over leverage and resistance from both sides.