Iran and the U.S. President Donald Trump clash over a proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran insisting on conditions despite Trump's public rejection. The waterway, critical for global oil and gas, remains closed under a U.S. naval blockade.
Iran's foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, said the country is 'fully prepared' for conflict if Trump authorizes strikes after midterms, and reiterated Iran's conditions for reopening the strait. Trump rejected the proposal, calling it 'unacceptable' and stating Iran's plan would not be accepted.
The strait, a key route for 20% of global oil demand, remains closed as Iran insists on meeting its conditions before any reopening. The U.S. has not conveyed definitive positions to Iran, and the dispute continues to strain energy markets and regional relations.