Iran Signals Willingness To Reopen Strait Of Hormuz If US Eases Pressure

Iran says it could reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days if the United States scales back military pressure and lifts its blockade on Iranian ports, a senior Iranian official told Reuters on Tuesday.

Iran Warns Of Retaliation Amid Escalation Fears

The statement follows a warning from Iran’s military command on Sunday, which said it had learned the US was preparing to resume military operations with backing from regional allies. Iran cautioned that any renewed escalation would trigger retaliation “without limitations and considerations.”

Diplomacy On The Table, But Conditions Apply

According to the official, Washington must first make clear, in an official capacity, that it wants a diplomatic resolution, followed by an agreed timeline for moving the process forward. The official added that Iran’s delegation at the UN General Assembly in New York holds full authority to restart talks with the United States.Brent crude falls below $99 after Iran offers.

No Meeting Planned Between Pezeshkian And Trump

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian departed Tehran for New York on Tuesday but will not meet US President Donald Trump during the UN gathering. Iranian officials said further details on ending hostilities could still be worked out in New York through mediators, noting that Tehran’s proposal was already delivered to Washington via intermediaries on September 16.