The White House has announced it is reviewing a new proposal from Iran regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical maritime routes for global oil and gas transport.
According to Agence France-Presse (AFP), Donald Trump held a meeting with senior national security advisers to discuss the proposal, after Tehran sent “written messages” to Washington through Pakistan as an intermediary. The messages reportedly outlined Iran’s red lines, including nuclear issues and the situation in the strategic waterway.
White House spokesperson Karoline Leavitt confirmed that the proposal is “under discussion.” Reports suggest it may involve easing the US blockade on Iranian ports, while Iran would reduce its control over the strait during broader negotiations.
Meanwhile, Iranian Defence Ministry spokesperson Reza Talaei-Nik stated that the US “is no longer in a position to dictate policy to independent countries,” as reported by The Guardian.
At the same time, US Secretary of State Marco Rubio told Fox News that the Iranian proposal is “better than expected,” but expressed doubts about its sincerity, emphasizing that any agreement must ensure Iran does not move closer to developing nuclear weapons.
