Iran awaits final US response on Strait of Hormuz proposal amid growing military tensions

Tehran announced it is waiting for a final decision from Washington regarding a proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days. US President Donald Trump previously dismissed the plan, but Iranian officials noted that progress remains possible if the US shows diplomatic commitment.

Iran maintains the vital waterway will stay closed until the US lifts port blockades, suspends petroleum sanctions, unfreezes assets, and stops military actions. Meanwhile, conflict in the corridor is escalating. Following a US strike on Iran's Larak Island and night-time escorts for oil tankers, Iranian forces responded with rocket-launched naval mines, increasing fears of wider confrontation.

Sources: Expresso, Expresso das Ilhas, Jornal Económico, RTP (Rádio e Televisão de Portugal)