Saudi FM calls for Strait of Hormuz to return to pre-Feb 28 status

…trade. Iran meanwhile proposed reopening the strait within seven days if Washington meets conditions Published Date - 27 September 2026, 08:32 AM United Nations: Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud stressed the importance of restoring the situation in the Strait of Hormuz to its pre-February 28 status without the imposition of any fees or restrictions. Speaking during the general debate of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly, Faisal called for freedom of navigation in international waterways, highlighting the Strait of Hormuz, Bab el-Mandeb…

…as Washington accepts it, he said. Under the plan, the United States would need to take certain actions that Iran believes may take four or five days, said Araghchi, adding that on day six, the strait would be open. “ And on day seven, the talks with the US will be started for the final deal on mutually agreed subjects ,” he said. He further said the actions the United States should take are not new, as they are already included in the memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed in June.…