Iran stands firm on Hormuz plan after US rejection
Summary
Iran has stood firm on its conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz after Donald Trump rejected a ceasefire proposal. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Tehran will not back down until hostilities end, sanctions are lifted, and other شروط in the deal are met.
Key Points
- Iran says reopening the Strait of Hormuz depends on its demands being fulfilled, including an end to hostilities and the lifting of sanctions on Iranian oil.
- US President Donald Trump rejected the truce proposal, saying Iran wanted a deal because it is losing badly.
- Abbas Araghchi said Iran has conveyed a seven-day plan through Qatar and is waiting for the mediators' response.
- Saudi Arabia and Russia used the UN platform to urge stability and keep key maritime passages open.
