Iran Says US Accepted Some of Its Seven Conditions to Reopen Strait of Hormuz, but Response Falls Short

Iran has said the United States accepted some of its seven conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, but described Washington’s response as insufficient, indicating that key disagreements remain unresolved. Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, said on Sunday that the US response did not adequately address Tehran’s demands. He indicated that further clarification would be needed before progress could be made on reopening the strategic waterway.

According to reports, the proposal was conveyed through Qatari intermediaries as diplomatic efforts continued to find a way out of the conflict. Iranian officials have not publicly specified which of the seven conditions Washington accepted or identified all the outstanding points of disagreement.

Iran has linked the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to broader demands concerning the conflict, economic restrictions and maritime security. Reported conditions include an end to hostilities, the release of frozen Iranian assets, the removal of restrictions on Iranian oil exports and an end to the US naval blockade on Iranian ports. Tehran has indicated that it wants its conditions addressed before proceeding with further negotiations. The position raises uncertainty over the timeline for restoring normal commercial shipping through the strait.

The Strait of Hormuz is one of the world's most important energy transit routes, connecting the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea. A significant share of global oil and liquefied natural gas shipments normally passes through the narrow waterway, making any prolonged disruption a concern for energy markets. India and other major energy-importing countries could face higher import costs if shipping disruptions continue. Increased freight charges, insurance premiums and uncertainty over supplies can also contribute to volatility in international oil prices.

Qatar and other regional intermediaries have been working to facilitate communication between Washington and Tehran. However, the latest statements suggest that a final agreement remains out of reach. The next steps will depend on whether the United States provides further clarification and whether Iran considers the response sufficient to resume negotiations. Until both sides agree on the conditions and their implementation, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz remains uncertain.