U.S. President Donald Trump has formally rejected a proposal from Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz to commercial traffic within one week. The waterway, a critical route for global energy supplies, has been largely obstructed since the onset of conflict in February.
Speaking at the White House, President Trump stated that the proposed deal was "not acceptable," asserting that the United States already maintains "total control" over the strait. He suggested that Tehran is seeking an agreement due to the significant economic strain caused by the current situation.
The Iranian proposal, referenced by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, was reportedly tied to a memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed by both nations in June. Araghchi noted that while he acknowledged the President's remarks, Tehran would await formal communication from mediators before determining its next steps. He characterized the President's public statements as "contradictory" and emphasized that "peace cannot be built through threats of annihilation."
The MOU, which previously aimed to establish a ceasefire and lift naval blockades, collapsed after both sides resumed military operations. While Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian expressed a willingness to return to the terms of that agreement, experts suggest there is little political appetite in Washington to revive the deal. Meanwhile, regional tensions remain high, with ongoing Houthi attacks on Saudi oil infrastructure and continued volatility in global energy markets.
Source: BBC News
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