# Trump faces tough choices as Iran offers seven-day plan to reopen Hormuz

https://mins.news/en/item/74221

- The Guardian, 2026-09-25 15:43 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/sep/25/trump-tough-choices-iran-accelerated-deal-reopen-hormuz-midterm-elections

> Iran has proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz within seven days and restarting nuclear talks, but expects the US to lift asset freezes, restore oil-export access and press Israel to stop attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon. The plan could ease pressure on global energy markets while forcing Donald Trump into difficult concessions.

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