US Iran War LIVE: Trump claims Tehran wants US to open Strait of Hormuz quickly
US and Iran are at odds over a proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran demanding an end to the US blockade and war, while the US wants a broader deal addressing Iran's nuclear program. A Japanese supertanker has successfully transited the strait, potentially marking the first successful passage by a Japanese oil carrier since the start of the Iran war.
Diplomatic efforts to end the Iran war have hit a roadblock as both sides remain firm on their demands. Iran has refused to reopen the Strait of Hormuz unless the US lifts its blockade and ends the war. The US, led by President Donald Trump, wants a broader deal that addresses Iran's nuclear program, missile program, and support for regional proxies. Iran's latest proposal does not address these issues, instead offering to lift its blockade of the strait in return for a US ceasefire and an end to its naval blockade on Iranian ports. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has ruled out any deal that excludes Iran's nuclear program. Meanwhile, a Japanese supertanker, Idemitsu Maru, has successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz, marking a potential breakthrough for Japanese oil carriers. The Israeli military has faced criticism for demolishing solar panels and a water station in a Lebanese border village.
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