The UAE insists that any US-Iran settlement must guarantee free passage through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil artery. UAE warned that a ceasefire without addressing Iran's nuclear program and missile threats would be insufficient. US President Donald Trump has threatened further military action if Iran fails to reopen the strait by his deadline.
Iran rejected a 45-day truce proposal, demanding guarantees that the US and Israel will cease all attacks and refrain from future aggression. President Trump threatened attacks on Iran if the Strait of Hormuz is not opened. Iranian officials criticized Trump, stating they cannot trust him and that nuclear talks are being used as leverage.
US President Trump escalated tensions by warning that Iran's civilian infrastructure could be 'wiped out in one night' if a deal is not reached by a deadline. This warning is linked to US demands regarding the free flow of oil through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran rejects US proposals, demanding sanctions relief and security guarantees, with diplomatic efforts failing to bridge the gap between the two sides.
President Trump threatened to decimate Iranian civilian infrastructure if Iran does not end its blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian leaders rejected the ceasefire deal unless it guaranteed no further attacks from the US or Israel. This disruption has caused global supply upsets, pushing crude oil prices above $112 a barrel.