WorldHormuz and Yemen: Iran offers de-escalation at a price others will pay

Iran says the Strait of Hormuz could reopen within seven days if Washington releases frozen Iranian assets, lifts oil sanctions and ends its naval blockade. The route would be set by Iran and Oman, while Tehran is also seeking relief for the Houthis in Yemen, turning control of Gulf shipping into a bargaining tool.

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AAl Jazeera★★★★☆2026-09-29 12:00Original