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Strait of Hormuz Crisis: US-Iran to Discuss with Mediators, New Talks Expected.
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CNBC Awaaz•28-09-2026, 21:13
Strait of Hormuz Crisis: US-Iran to Discuss with Mediators, New Talks Expected.
- •A new round of talks between the US and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz is expected to begin.
- •Representatives from both countries may hold separate discussions with mediators instead of direct face-to-face talks.
- •Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi and the Iranian delegation will meet with mediators in New York to discuss new proposals.
- •Iran had proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz if the US reduced military pressure and eased sanctions on its ports.
- •Qatar is mediating these talks; despite US President Donald Trump publicly rejecting Iran's proposal, the possibility of talks remains.
Key Questions Answered
Iran demanded that the US reduce military pressure and take steps regarding the sanctions imposed on its ports before it considers reopening the strategic waterway.
Qatar is playing the role of mediator in these discussions, with a Qatari delegation having presented Iran's proposal to US officials.
The US side has reportedly sought conditions that include granting international inspectors access to Iran as part of the discussions.
