US President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran has informed Washington it is in a “state of collapse” and is seeking the urgent reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump said Iran had “just informed” the United States of its internal situation, describing it as chaotic. He added that Tehran wants the US to reopen the vital shipping route “as quickly as possible” while it attempts to resolve issues within its leadership—something he said he believes is achievable.
Iranian authorities have not commented on these claims.
Trump did not specify who US officials have been communicating with inside Iran. He portrayed the country’s leadership as divided, alleging that the regime is in disarray. He also referenced reports suggesting that Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei is seriously injured, while lawmakers remain split over negotiations concerning Tehran’s nuclear program.
According to regional officials, Iran submitted a new proposal on Monday for a ceasefire agreement focused on reopening the Strait of Hormuz, postponing discussions on nuclear weapons, missile development, sanctions, and other contentious issues.
As reported by The Guardian, Iranian officials indicated that Tehran may be willing to engage in nuclear talks at a later stage, but only after the United States lifts its blockade on Iranian ports.
