Iran insists on diplomatic solution after Trump rejects peace plan

Iran has firmly stated that only diplomacy can resolve its conflict with the United States and Israel following US President Donald Trump's rejection of an Iranian proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end hostilities. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi emphasized on social media that Iran's conditions for reopening the strategic waterway must be met, stating, "Only a negotiated solution can get them out of this deadlock."

Iran had recently presented a peace proposal at the UN General Assembly, transmitting it to the Americans via Qatari mediators. However, Trump dismissed the plan, attributing Iran's push for an agreement to their dire situation in the region. Despite Trump's public stance, Araqchi affirmed that mediators facilitating Iran's talks with the US have not officially conveyed a US rejection of the plan.

Saudi Arabia reported intercepting ballistic missiles and drones launched by Houthi forces in Yemen, underscoring the ongoing conflict's intensity. The US has imposed an economic blockade on Iran, aiming to compel Tehran to cease attacks on vessels in the Strait of Hormuz, which has significantly hampered shipping through the area.

The conflict has had far-reaching consequences, disrupting oil flows and adversely affecting the global economy. Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian, during an interview with CBS, expressed readiness for talks on nuclear issues and other matters, but ruled out concessions on Iran's nuclear program.