Iran Reviews U.S. Proposal Amid President Trump's Bombing Threats
Iran is currently evaluating a proposal from the Trump administration aimed at ending the ongoing conflict, as stated by Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baqaei. The proposal, which has not been publicly detailed, is being reviewed with the intention of communicating Iran's response to Pakistan, the mediating country. The situation follows a series of mixed messages from President Trump, who has threatened increased bombing if Iran does not agree to the terms. The Strait of Hormuz, a critical passageway for global oil supplies, has been effectively closed since the U.S. and Israel initiated attacks on Iran, leading to a U.S. naval blockade. The blockade has turned around 52 vessels as of the latest reports. Iran has indicated it will ensure safe passage through the strait with new protocols, although the specifics remain unclear.