Trump Rejects Iran's Seven-Day Ceasefire Plan, US Strikes May Resume After Midterms

US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran's proposal for a seven-day ceasefire aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz and restarting negotiations over Tehran's nuclear program, according to The Wall Street Journal.

The report said Trump told aides he expects US bombing of Iran to resume after the November midterm elections. He remains skeptical that Tehran would meet his demands, although his position could change as the conflict and diplomatic efforts evolve.

The Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi had earlier announced a seven-day plan to restore normal maritime traffic through the Strait of Hormuz within seven days if certain conditions were met. Under this proposal, the US would lift its naval blockade of Iranian ports, ease or waive sanctions affecting Iranian oil exports, and observe a ceasefire covering the conflict.

The Strait of Hormuz is a major route for global energy shipments, making prolonged disruption a concern for oil markets and international trade. The UN has repeatedly called for freedom of navigation through the strait and urged the parties to return to negotiations.