Iranian state television disclosed a draft memorandum that would see the United States end its naval blockade of Iranian ports and withdraw forces from the Gulf, while Tehran agrees to reopen commercial shipping through the Strait of Hormuz within a month. the outline, still labeled "not finalized," comes amid heightened tensions after recent US strikes on Iranian missile sites.

One‑Month Timeline to Resume Commercial Shipping

The draft explicitly states Iran will allow commercial vessels to pass the Strait of Hormuz "as it had before the war" within 30 days of the agreement taking effect . This promise targets a waterway that handles roughly 20% of global oil shipments, making the timeline a critical barometer for global energy markets.

U.S. Commitment to Lift Naval Blockade and End Harassment

According to the state TV report , the United States would cease its naval blockade imposed on April 13 and stop what Tehran describes as "harassment" of ships bound for or departing Iranian ports. The move would reverse a policy that has constrained Iran’s maritime trade for weeks.

American Forces to Withdraw from Gulf Region

The draft also calls for the withdrawal of U.S. military assets stationed in the Gulf,a demand that follows recent Pentagon‑described "defensive" strikes on Iranian missile launch sites and mine‑laying boats. If implemented, the pull‑out would mark the first major de‑escalation step since the conflict began.

Critics Warn Hard‑Line Leaders May Gain Leverage

Analysts cited by the broadcast note that the emerging deal could embolden Iran’s hard‑line factions, who risk emerging from the war "battered but emboldened." The criticism reflects concerns that any concession may be leveraged domestically by hard‑liners to justify future confrontations.

Who Still Holds the Cards? Unanswered Details in the Draft

The draft leaves several key points vague, including the exact mechanisms for verifying the blockade’s lift and the timeline for the U.S. military withdrawal.. Moreover, the document does not specify which Iranian officials have signed off on the terms, leaving observers to wonder how final approval will be secured.