Trump Skeptical of Iran's Latest Peace Proposal; Strait of Hormuz Remains Closed
President Trump and his national security team discussed Iran's latest proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for lifting the US blockade, but signaled skepticism about accepting the terms. Iran's offer would postpone nuclear negotiations, a key sticking point for the administration.
Iran's Proposal Outlined
Iranian negotiators are seeking separate tracks for a deal over the Strait of Hormuz and talks on broader peace, including nuclear issues. According to The Associated Press, Iran is offering to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for the U.S. ending its naval blockade, but it wants to postpone nuclear negotiations for a later stage.
Trump Administration Skepticism
The president signaled Monday he was unlikely to accept Iran's latest proposal to end the conflict after Tehran proposed a plan that would reopen the strait while leaving questions about its nuclear program for later negotiations.
Diplomatic Efforts Continue
Mediators in Pakistan expect to receive a revised proposal from Iran in the next few days, after President Donald Trump indicated that he would not accept an earlier version, sources close to the process say.
Shipping Crisis
At least 130 ships passed through the strait per day before hostilities flared in February. But this morning, just six ships were attempting to cross, MarineTraffic said earlier.