Trump Rejects Iranian Proposal, Threatens Renewed Bombing
President Donald Trump rejected an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and resume nuclear talks, calling it 'not good enough.' The proposal, mediated by Qatari officials, would have lifted US sanctions on Iranian oil sales and restored a regional ceasefire in exchange for Washington's participation in negotiations. Trump said that while he expected talks with Iran this week, they were not willing to make the deal he wanted.
Trump also hinted at the possibility of renewed bombing against Iran after the midterm elections, stating 'possible' when asked about such an action. This comes as US officials previously reported that the President was willing to lift sanctions and unfreeze Iranian assets in return for concrete steps on Iran's nuclear program. Trump denied making this offer, calling it a 'HOAX.'
Iranian state media has denied plans for negotiations with the US, contradicting Trump's earlier statement.