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Trump Rejects Iran’s Seven-Day Hormuz Deal Amid Ongoing War
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Background & Context
The conflict between the United States (and its ally Israel) and Iran began on February 28, when Washington launched “Operation Epic Fury.” The war has killed thousands, disrupted global energy supplies and driven oil prices higher. Iran’s allies, including the Houthi movement in Yemen, have struck Saudi and other Gulf targets, while Saudi Arabia has deepened its involvement after Houthi advances in Yemen.
Diplomatic Push to End the War
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi presented a seven-day “trust-building” plan that would reopen the Strait of Hormuz if the United States lifted its naval blockade, released frozen Iranian assets and waived sanctions on Iranian oil sales. The proposal also called for a pause in regional fighting and a dialogue on Iran’s nuclear programme. Mediators from Qatar and other parties have been shuttling between Washington and Tehran to convey the terms.
Official Statements & Responses
- President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social: “This is untrue. I offered them NOTHING!”
- Masoud Pezeshkian, Iran’s president, said: “We will make every effort to bring the agreement to fruition and will firmly stand up for the rights of the Iranian people.”
- The U.S. Treasury Department announced new sanctions under “Operation Economic Outcast,” targeting ten individuals and entities in Iran, Hong Kong and Pakistan for facilitating Iran’s weapons procurement.
- Pakistan’s Defence Minister Khawaja Muhammad Asif warned that Pakistan would use “whatever means are available” to defend Saudi Arabia under a new mutual-defence pact.
Data & Statistics
- Brent crude futures rose to $106.77 per barrel (up 1.4 %) and U.S. West Texas Intermediate to $93.94 per barrel (up 1.5 %) as markets reacted to the conflict’s impact on supply. [Reuters]
- The Iranian rial fell to a new record, trading at more than 2.5 million rials per U.S. dollar. [US News]
- The U.S. Treasury’s latest sanctions list includes ten individuals and entities. [US News]
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
Media outlets reported that Trump was prepared to offer sanctions relief and release frozen funds in exchange for “concrete progress” on Iran’s nuclear programme. Trump’s statements categorically deny any such offer. No official U.S. response to Iran’s seven-day proposal has been released, leaving the exact U.S. position unclear.
Verbatim Quotes
- “This is untrue. I offered them NOTHING!,” — President Donald Trump
- “We will make every effort to bring the agreement to fruition and will firmly stand up for the rights of the Iranian people,” — Masoud Pezeshkian
- “I'm not going into detail, but obviously when I say that we are bound by this arrangement to defend Saudi Arabia, that means whatever means are available at our disposal, they'll be available to Saudi Arabia also.” — Khawaja Muhammad Asif
What’s Next
Regional mediators say they remain in contact with both sides, awaiting a definitive U.S. position before the seven-day countdown can begin. The United States has not formally rejected Iran’s proposal, and diplomatic channels continue to operate despite Trump’s public remarks. The outcome will hinge on whether the United States entertains Tehran’s conditions and whether regional actors, notably Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, sustain their involvement.