Diplomacy gains momentum in Iran conflict after 60 days of fighting

US National Security Team Reviews Iranian Peace Proposal

The US national security team has begun reviewing an Iranian peace proposal aimed at ending the conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The plan, submitted by Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, seeks to halt hostilities and restore access to the strategic waterway.

According to reports, the review process is ongoing, with no official timeline for a decision. However, it has been confirmed that talks on Iran’s nuclear program may be delayed until a later stage.

In a recent meeting in Saint Petersburg, Araghchi met with Russian President Vladimir Putin, who reportedly expressed interest in facilitating dialogue between the US and Iran. The encounter suggests that there is some movement towards diplomacy, despite ongoing tensions between the two nations.

The international community has also been calling for the swift reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital maritime route that transports approximately one-fifth of global oil supplies. Dozens of countries have issued statements urging an “urgent and unimpeded” resumption of access to the waterway.

Details of the Iranian peace proposal are still emerging, but it is clear that the US national security team is carefully considering its implications. The review process will likely continue in the coming days, with further developments expected to emerge.

Source: Al Jazeera