Iran awaits US decision on Strait of Hormuz reopening amid clashes

Tehran announced it is awaiting a formal final decision from Washington regarding a seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, despite US President Donald Trump rejecting the proposal. Iranian officials reiterated that the strategic waterway will remain blocked until key demands are met, including lifting oil sanctions, ending port blockades, unfreezing assets, and ceasing military operations.

Concurrently, military clashes near the corridor have intensified. Following a US strike on Larak Island and nighttime naval escorts for oil tankers, Iranian forces responded by deploying rocket-launched sea mines into the strait. Mediators continue efforts to facilitate diplomatic negotiations as both nations balance diplomatic proposals against expanding military engagements.

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