Iran's rejected proposal would open Strait of Hormuz before nuclear talks
🔴 Tension RisingTürkiye Today2026-05-02
Iran proposed opening the Strait of Hormuz and deferring nuclear talks to the U.S., but Donald Trump rejected the proposal. Negotiations between the two countries are chaotic, with Trump stating Iran is not providing a deal that the U.S. requires. Recent retaliatory attacks by Iran against Israel and U.S. allies in the Gulf, coupled with the Strait of Hormuz blockade, have heightened tensions.