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Trump rejects Iranian offer to reopen Strait of Hormuz, weighs new strikes
Le SoirLO·US · IR·1 day ago
The US has rejected Iran's seven demands to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, citing skepticism over Tehran's commitment to security and disarmament. Reports indicate President Trump is considering new airstrikes on Iran, but only after the November elections. This marks a continued stalemate in the standoff, with the risk of escalation deferred but not resolved.
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Iran proposed a conditional seven-day reopening of the Strait of Hormuz at UNGA, which the US has rejected. President Trump reportedly prefers to consider new airstrikes against Iran after the November elections, indicating a hardening US posture. The specific conditions of Iran's offer and the full scope of US rejection remain partially unconfirmed.