PANews reported on May 15 that, according to the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA), Iranian Foreign Minister Araqchi stated that Iran is not seeking to develop nuclear weapons and that the Strait of Hormuz should be jointly managed by Iran and Oman. The Strait of Hormuz remains open to commercial vessels from friendly countries, and passage for such vessels only requires coordination with the Iranian military. Araqchi said the Strait of Hormuz is open, and all vessels can pass, except those from hostile countries. He stated that passage for vessels from other countries "only requires coordination with the Iranian military."

US President Trump stated that he would accept a 20-year suspension of Iran's nuclear program, but it must be a "real" commitment. He added that they have achieved a complete victory in their military operations against Iran, and that Iran's bridges and power facilities are targets they can strike.