Trump reportedly declines Iran's seven-day proposal to reopen Hormuz Strait

Iran has submitted a diplomatic proposal to the United Nations, offering to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and resume nuclear talks within seven days if the United States lifts its naval blockade, waives oil sanctions and observes a cease-fire that includes Lebanon. The plan, conveyed through Qatari mediators, was outlined by Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, who said the timeline would begin once the United States accepts the terms, with the strait reopening on the sixth day and nuclear negotiations starting on day seven.

According to a report citing unnamed U.S. officials, President Donald Trump remains skeptical and has told his staff that a renewed bombing campaign is likely after the November midterm elections. Earlier, a U.S. official described the mediated discussions as “positive and constructive.”

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian told a U.S. television program that Tehran is prepared for nuclear talks but will not accept “bullying or coercion,” emphasizing that Iran does not seek war but will defend itself against threats.

The conflict, which began in late February with U.S. and Israeli strikes, has caused intermittent fighting, significant casualties and disruptions to global oil supplies. Recent regional incidents include a Saudi-led coalition intercepting two drones launched toward Riyadh and attacks on oil infrastructure attributed to Iranian-aligned militias.