Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has stated that a “negotiated solution” remains the only path to resolving the ongoing conflict between Tehran and Washington. This call for diplomacy follows President Donald Trump’s public dismissal of an Iranian proposal aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz to commercial shipping.
President Trump rejected the offer on Saturday, asserting that the United States already maintains “total control” over the waterway. He characterized the Iranian proposal as unacceptable, suggesting that Tehran’s interest in a deal stems from economic pressure. U.S. Ambassador to NATO Matthew Whitaker supported the president's stance, describing the Iranian offer as a series of “half measures” intended to improve the country's international image.
The Strait of Hormuz, a critical transit point for approximately 20% of global oil and gas supplies, has been effectively closed since the onset of hostilities in February. Iranian officials noted that the conditions for reopening the strait were based on a memorandum of understanding (MOU) signed in June. However, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian argued that the U.S. undermined that agreement by resuming bombing campaigns. Pezeshkian emphasized that for future talks to succeed, the U.S. must demonstrate that it does not seek to overthrow the Iranian government and must work to overcome deep-seated mutual distrust.
While awaiting a formal response from U.S. mediators, Araghchi noted that Tehran is accustomed to contradictory rhetoric from the American administration. Meanwhile, the U.S. continues to apply economic pressure through “Operation Economic Outcast,” a blockade strategy intended to halt attacks on vessels. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reported that this pressure has led to flight suspensions and banking restrictions in countries such as Turkey and the United Arab Emirates. However, analysts remain divided on the efficacy of these sanctions, noting that major trading partners like China have continued to engage with Iran.
Oman, serving as a mediator, has urged all involved parties to maintain open channels of communication to ensure the safety of navigation in the strategic waterway.
Source: BBC News
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