What’s in Iran’s latest proposal – and how has the US responded?

EXPLAINERNews|US-Israel war on IranWhat’s in Iran’s latest proposal – and how has the US responded?Trump administration signals rejection of Iran’s offer which includes opening the Strait of Hormuz but postponing discussion around Tehran’s nuclear file.ListenListen (6 mins)SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on GoogleinfoIranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Donald Trump [File: AP Photo]By Al Jazeera StaffPublished On 28 Apr 202628 Apr 2026The United States is considering a new proposal from Iran to end the ongoing war amid a fragile ceasefire between the longtime adversaries.The offer focuses on reopening the strategic Strait of Hormuz while postponing a deal on Iran’s nuclear programme, arguably the most contentious issue between Tehran and Washington.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemslist 1 of 3Will the Iran war push millions back into poverty?list 2 of 3Who holds the cards in Iran-US talks?list 3 of 3Iran FM in Russia says US has offered new round of talksend of listAccording to US media outlets, the proposal has drawn scrutiny in Washington, and officials there have expressed scepticism.Early indications from the Trump administration suggest the plan is unlikely to be accepted in its current form, potentially further delaying any prospect of permanently ending the currently paused US-Israel war on Iran, which has killed thousands and sent global energy prices soaring.Here is what we know so far:What’s in Iran’s latest proposal?Iran’s latest proposal aims for de-escalation in the Gulf without immediately placing restraints on its nuclear programme, as the US has demanded. Tehran has offered to reopen the Strait of Hormuz on the condition that the US lifts its naval blockade on Iranian ports and agrees to end the war.Iran has effectively closed the strait to shipping, creating global economic pressure by driving up energy prices and disrupting supply chains. In peacetime, one-fifth of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas (LNG) supplies are shipped through the narrow passage, which links Gulf oil producers to the open ocean.Days after the ceasefire began on April 8, Trump announced a blockade on Iranian ports and ships, restricting Tehran’s ability to export oil and cutting off a crucial source of its revenue.Iranians walk past a huge billboard carrying a sentence reading in Persian ‘The Strait of Hormuz remains closed’ at Enghelab Square in Tehran, Iran, 28 April 2026 [Abedin Taherkenareh/EPA]However, a central feature of Iran’s offer to reopen the Strait to all traffic is that discussions over Iran’s nuclear activities would be postponed until after the war ends. Advertisement The proposal was conveyed to Washington through Pakistan, which has been acting as a mediator.“These messages concern some of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s red lines, including nuclear issues and the Strait of Hormuz,” Iranian state media Fars News Agency reported.“Informed sources emphasise Mr Araghchi is acting entirely within the framework of the specified red lines and the diplomatic duties of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.”The news agency said the messages relayed were “unrelated to negotiations” and are “considered an initiative by Iran to clarify the regional situation”.On Monday, Tehran’s envoy to the United Nations, Amir Saeid Iravani, said “lasting stability and security” in the Gulf and the wider region can only be achieved through a durable and permanent cessation…

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