What Happened
US President Dismisses Latest Iranian Offer Amid Ongoing Diplomatic Efforts
US President Donald Trump has rejected Iran’s latest proposal conveyed during indirect negotiations in New York, according to a report by Axios. The proposal included reopening the Strait of Hormuz and resuming nuclear talks in exchange for the lifting of US sanctions and a ceasefire. Despite the rejection, discussions between Washington and Tehran are continuing through regional mediators. The negotiations were held on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly, with Qatari officials relaying messages between the two sides. This development was first reported by Middle East Monitor.