Iran has announced a two-week opening of the Strait of Hormuz for global access following a ceasefire. The move comes after the United States signaled a halt to hostilities and diplomatic progress. The decision affects global trade, energy markets, and regional security dynamics.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi confirmed the development in a statement approved by the Supreme National Security Council. He thanked Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Field Marshal Syed Asim Munir for efforts to end the conflict. He said Pakistan played a key role in facilitating dialogue and reducing tensions.
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Araghchi stated that Iran accepted negotiations following Sharif’s appeal and a 15-point proposal. He added that US President Donald Trump agreed to a general framework based on Iran’s 10-point plan. The agreement created a foundation for a ceasefire and further diplomatic engagement.
He emphasized that Iran’s armed forces would halt defensive operations if attacks against the country stopped. The statement signaled conditional de-escalation tied to continued restraint from opposing forces. Both sides now appear to be testing a fragile but significant pause in hostilities.
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Additionally, Araghchi said vessels could use the Strait of Hormuz under coordinated arrangements with Iranian authorities. However, he noted that technical conditions would apply during the two-week period. The corridor remains a critical route for global oil shipments and international trade.