Iran has offered a new proposal to the United States aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz and halting ongoing conflict. According to a report by US outlet Axios published on Sunday, Iran expressed readiness to reopen the strategic waterway but attached a key condition: the suspension of the next phase of nuclear negotiations. The report cited one US official and two additional sources familiar with the matter.

The development comes as Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi recently visited Pakistan and Oman and is now heading to Russia. The timing of the condition’s disclosure coincides with these diplomatic visits, suggesting Tehran’s active engagement in regional diplomacy. The Axios report was also referenced by Reuters.

The proposal underscores Iran’s attempt to link regional stability with progress in nuclear diplomacy, though it remains unclear how Washington will respond to the condition or whether talks will proceed under the new terms.