Iran has proposed a new deal to the United States, offering to reopen the Strait of Hormuz if Washington agrees to lift its blockade on the strategic waterway.

The proposal was reported by Axios, citing a US official and two sources familiar with the matter.

Pakistan Acts as Channel for Proposal

According to the report, the offer was delivered to American authorities through Pakistan, marking a fresh attempt at indirect diplomacy between both nations.

The deal also reportedly suggests postponing nuclear negotiations to a later stage as tensions remain unresolved.

Uncertainty Over US Response

It remains unclear whether President Donald Trump will accept the proposal, as his administration continues to insist that Iran must halt uranium enrichment as part of any agreement.

Trump has previously stated that the Strait of Hormuz would remain under pressure until Iran reaches a broader deal with the United States.

Strategic Waterway at Centre of Conflict

The Strait of Hormuz has remained a key flashpoint in the ongoing conflict involving Iran and US-Israel aligned forces since hostilities escalated earlier this year.

Iran’s earlier restrictions on the waterway disrupted global oil supply, leading to price increases and energy conservation measures in several countries.

The US blockade, meanwhile, aims to restrict Iran’s oil exports and limit its access to revenue.

Global Impact and Rising Casualties

The wider conflict has resulted in thousands of deaths across Iran, Lebanon, Israel, and parts of the Gulf region, with both military and civilian casualties reported.

Efforts to reach a diplomatic resolution have so far stalled despite continued backchannel engagements.

Trump to Review Situation in Security Meeting

President Donald Trump is expected to hold a Situation Room meeting on Monday with senior national security and foreign policy officials to assess the latest developments and possible next steps.