Iran says it will reopen Strait of Hormuz in 7 days if U.S. lifts port blockade

Il Sole 24 Ore reported September 22, 2026, that Iran said it would reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days if the U.S. lifts its port blockade. The condition ties transit through the Strait to removal of port restrictions. It is a conditional proposal, not a reopening, with no U.S. agreement reported.