Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi announced on Monday that Iran has engaged in discussions with Qatari mediators regarding new proposals aimed at de-escalating regional conflict. According to reports from Iran’s state news agency, IRNA, these ideas are currently being presented to the United States. Araqchi, who is currently in New York, indicated that Iran expects to receive a formal response from Washington through the Qatari government.

In addition to the diplomatic talks regarding the war, Araqchi noted that Iran has communicated specific conditions set by its Supreme Leader concerning the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. However, the Foreign Minister did not provide specific details regarding what those conditions entail. The diplomatic push comes as international actors attempt to find a path toward ending the current hostilities, with Qatar serving as a primary intermediary between Tehran and Washington. As of now, there has been no official confirmation or public statement from the United States or Qatari officials regarding the specific nature of the proposals or the timeline for a response.