Iranian state television claimed on Wednesday that Tehran could restore maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz to pre-war levels within a month, as part of an agreement under discussion with the United States. This news comes as regional tensions continue to disrupt global energy supplies transiting through this strategic waterway.
According to Iranian media, a draft memorandum of understanding between the two countries also includes the withdrawal of US forces from the vicinity of Iran and the lifting of the naval blockade imposed on Iranian shipping. The channel claims to have obtained an unofficial version of the document, while specifying that it is not a finalized text and may never be approved.
The White House quickly denied these reports, calling the alleged memorandum "pure fabrication." Washington maintains that no agreement matching this description currently exists and rejects the authenticity of the information relayed by Iranian media.
On the Iranian side, authorities have not officially commented on these claims. However, a senior Iranian official quoted in connection with the matter indicated that no final agreement concerning the Strait of Hormuz had yet been reached.
The state television report also addressed the sensitive issue of the American military presence in the region, stating that this topic would require further discussion. However, no mention was made of Iran's nuclear program, which remains a major point of contention between Washington and Tehran.
The Strait of Hormuz is a vital waterway for global oil and gas trade. Any disruption in this strategic area generally causes significant concern in energy markets and among international powers dependent on Gulf exports.
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