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Trump rejects Iran peace proposal as tensions rise over Strait of Hormuz and nuclear deal demands
By Aurax Desk | April 28, 2026 | 2 min read
A new Iranian proposal to end the Strait of Hormuz standoff in exchange for lifting U.S. restrictions has been met with skepticism from Donald Trump’s administration, as Washington insists any deal must address Iran’s nuclear program amid fragile ceasefire conditions.
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The United States is reportedly reviewing a new diplomatic proposal from Iran aimed at de-escalating the ongoing conflict tied to the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global shipping route through which roughly a fifth of the world’s oil and gas passes. The proposal, relayed through Pakistan, suggests that Iran would ease its influence over the waterway if the U.S. lifts its blockade and formally ends the war that escalated earlier this year.
According to regional officials, the offer would effectively postpone discussions on Iran’s nuclear program in favor of immediate economic and maritime de-escalation. However, the Trump administration appears reluctant to accept terms that do not directly address nuclear restrictions, signaling that Washington’s core demands remain unchanged despite the fragile ceasefire environment.
President Donald Trump is said to be “not happy” with the latest Iranian proposal, with U.S. officials indicating that any agreement must include strict guarantees preventing Tehran from advancing toward nuclear weapons capability. Secretary of State Marco Rubio reinforced that position, stating that no deal would be acceptable unless it “definitively prevents” Iran from pursuing nuclear weapons in the future.
At the same time, international pressure is building to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, as disruptions continue to threaten global energy markets and shipping routes. The U.S. blockade, designed to limit Iran’s oil revenue, has intensified economic strain on Tehran while also raising fears that prolonged restrictions could further destabilize maritime security in the region.
With both sides holding firm, the situation remains in a tense stalemate—balancing between a fragile ceasefire and the risk of renewed escalation if diplomatic talks fail to produce a comprehensive agreement.
Sources: Reuters, Al Jazeera Live Blog, Associated Press reporting (April 28, 2026)
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