Iran proposes 60-day ceasefire and Strait of Hormuz reopening to US

Iran has delivered a diplomatic proposal to the United States outlining a region-wide ceasefire lasting up to 60 days and the phased reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, according to regional sources briefed on the discussions on Thursday, 24 September. The proposal, aimed at de-escalating months of maritime and infrastructure attacks, includes a commitment from Tehran to halt strikes against Arab neighbors in exchange for the lifting of the U.S. naval blockade on Iranian ports. Strait of Hormuz Reopening Conditions Iranian officials signaled that the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil chokepoint, could be reopened within seven days if Washington adheres to specific conditions. The roadmap also establishes a formal timetable for broader negotiations to end the ongoing regional conflict. In New York, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi met with U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff to discuss these terms, though both sides maintain that preliminary talks remain fragile. U.S. President Donald Trump described the discussions between Araghchi and Witkoff as productive, noting that "momentum" was building toward a potential agreement. However, during a speech at the United Nations, the President maintained a dual-track approach, stating he faces a choice between a diplomatic resolution and further military action. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio echoed this stance, confirming that while Washington is open to diplomacy, all military options remain on the table. Regional…