New Delhi, May 26: Iran expressed readiness to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 30 days after it reaches an agreement with the United States to end hostilities The United States and Iran have developed a “framework” that extends their ceasefire 60 days as the two sides reach a “final deal” to end the war in Iran, while in the meantime, the Strait of Hormuz would be de-mined and reopened, a senior Iranian official said.
Iran would proceed to clear mines from the strait during a 30-day window following an agreement, after which ships from ⁠all countries would be able to navigate freely and safely, and Iran would stop collecting transit fees, Nikkei ⁠said.
The ceasefire agreed in early April would be extended for 60 days, ⁠with the plan to hold talks on Iran’s nuclear program ⁠during the two-month pause, the report added.
Meanwhile, Iran may consider transferring its 60% enriched uranium, which currently lies beneath the rubble of bombed nuclear facilities, but could potentially be quickly weaponized, to China.
the Chinese Foreign Ministry responded that, “Since the outbreak of the war between the US, Israel, and Iran, China has maintained close communication with all relevant parties, including Iran, and has been working tirelessly to stop the fighting and promote peace.
