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Iran Still Awaits ‘Official’ U.S. Response Despite Trump’s Rebuff of Cease-Fire Offer
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- Iran’s foreign minister Abbas Araghchi stated that Iran is awaiting an official U.S. response via mediators to its latest cease-fire proposal before deciding whether to continue efforts to restart talks, despite President Trump’s public rejection.
- President Trump publicly rejected the proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and restart nuclear talks within seven days but indicated openness to negotiations.
- Araghchi described the Iranian proposal as a “reasonable plan” and suggested that Trump’s rejection was a “first reaction” rather than a final decision, highlighting the president’s often inconsistent messaging.
- The new proposal resembles a memorandum of understanding agreed upon by the countries in June and was presented during the U.N. General Assembly meeting last week.
- Iran remains in New York following the General Assembly session, maintaining a cautious stance while awaiting a formal U.S. reply through diplomatic channels.
