US-Iran war: Donald Trump rejects Tehran's seven-day ceasefire proposal to reopen Hormuz, expects bombing to resume

US President Donald Trump has dismissed Iran's seven-day ceasefire proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, expecting renewed airstrikes upon the midterm elections scheduled for November 3. The Wall Street Journal reported the development, citing US officials who said Trump doubts Iran's willingness to comply and foresees a return to hostilities.

The conflict, now in its seventh month, is transitioning to an uncertain phase between war and peace. Trump's stance, which has oscillated between diplomacy, strikes, and sanctions, may change based on the midterm outcomes. He is wary of resuming major operations due to concerns over dwindling munitions stocks, but has hinted at launching massive attacks to break diplomatic deadlock in negotiations.

Iran, through its Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, presented a seven-day ceasefire plan on Friday, offering to reopen the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz if the US agreed. The proposal also included resuming nuclear talks in exchange for lifting the naval blockade of Iranian ports, severely impacting Iran's economy.