Iran's foreign minister told Al Jazeera that Tehran demands recognition of a new shipping route agreed with Oman in the Strait of Hormuz, and closure of other routes. The demand comes as Iran says its plan is the only proposal on the table to reopen the strait, and as Tehran reviews nuclear proposals from mediators. The US effort to open broader dialogue with Tehran was called a positive step by the same official.
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