Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has reportedly agreed to a compromise proposal for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, facilitated by the United States and Qatar.
According to Israeli Channel 12 on August 2, two diplomats familiar with the negotiations stated that Araghchi accepted the proposal during the night from Saturday to Sunday, which was mediated by Qatar.
The compromise involves sharing the maritime routes between Iran and Oman based on the direction of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Vessels entering the Persian Gulf would use the Iranian side of the route, while those exiting would utilize the Omani side.
Oman has also agreed to the proposal but has requested clarification from Iran on whether Araghchi's agreement represents the position of the Iranian Revolutionary Guard Corps.
The Qatari mediators are continuing discussions with Iran to confirm the Revolutionary Guard's support for the agreement.
If finalized, this compromise could lead to a gradual normalization of shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz. However, the Iranian government and the Revolutionary Guard have not yet made an official announcement regarding their acceptance of the agreement.
Araghchi's positive response is said to be one of the reasons why President Donald Trump decided to cancel airstrikes against Iran.
On August 1, Trump stated on social media platform Truth Social, "Iran and other Middle Eastern countries have just requested that we hold off on any attacks, as a basic framework for an agreement has been established." He added, "For the future of the world and the survival of a successful and prosperous Iran, I agreed to cancel the attack under the condition that we can quickly reach an agreement."
He further noted that the agreement includes provisions for the immediate, complete, and total reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the cessation of Iran's nuclear threats.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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