Iran Considers Talks as U.S. Reviews New Proposal
Iran proposes a three-step plan for peace talks as Abbas Araghchi meets Vladimir Putin during regional diplomacy
Apr 28, 2026 / GMT+6
Iran is thinking about starting talks with the United States, while Washington reviews a new proposal sent by Tehran. The move comes at a time of high tension in the Middle East and growing concern about the global economy.
According to reports, Iran’s plan focuses first on reducing conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important oil shipping routes. About one-fifth of global oil passes through this narrow waterway, so any disruption can quickly affect fuel prices and trade worldwide.
Iran has suggested that more difficult issues—especially its nuclear program—should be discussed later. For now, it wants to ease tensions and stabilize shipping in the region.
As new efforts are being made to restart U.S.–Iran peace talks, Iran has suggested a simple three-step plan. First, both sides would agree to stop fighting. Second, they would work together to manage shipping in the Strait of Hormuz. Finally, they would talk about Iran’s nuclear program later.
This plan comes as Iran’s foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, traveled to Russia on Monday and met President Vladimir Putin, after visiting Pakistan and Oman over the weekend.
However, the United States, under President Donald Trump, is not fully satisfied with the proposal. U.S. officials believe that Iran’s nuclear activities must be addressed immediately, not postponed. This difference is the main reason talks have not started yet.
The situation is part of a wider crisis involving Iran, the U.S., and their allies. Recent conflicts at sea and attacks on shipping have increased fears of a larger war. These tensions have already pushed oil prices higher and raised concerns about global trade.
Iran’s Foreign Minister, Abbas Araghchi, has been meeting leaders in countries like Russia and Pakistan to gather support and possibly help mediate between the two sides.
World leaders are watching closely. António Guterres, head of the United Nations, has called for calm and stressed the importance of reopening the Strait of Hormuz to protect the global economy.
For now, both Iran and the United States appear open to discussion, but major disagreements remain. Whether talks will begin—or tensions will rise further—remains uncertain.
