Iran’s foreign ministry said Thursday that Tehran is still reviewing the latest U.S. ceasefire proposal to end the escalating military conflict between the two nations. Meanwhile, President Trump predicted on social media that the war would “end quickly,” without offering any specific timeline.
In the past 24 hours, multiple mysterious explosions occurred in the Strait of Hormuz, with Iran hinting that the UAE may be responsible and warning it would “pay for it.” The strait handles roughly one-fifth of global oil transit, meaning any escalation could significantly impact worldwide energy markets.
U.S. Secretary of State Rubio previously disclosed that Washington is pressuring Iran through multilateral channels to accept a framework agreement covering nuclear facility inspections and missile restrictions. However, advisors to Iran’s Supreme Leader Khamenei have expressed reservations about certain provisions, particularly regarding open nuclear facility inspections.
Analysts suggest Iran’s stalling tactics may be aimed at buying time for potential military escalation while testing U.S. domestic political patience. The U.S. military has deployed additional air defense systems in the Middle East to prepare for possible Iranian retaliation.