The Digest: Iran has rejected President Donald Trump's 15-point peace plan while presenting its own demands to end the ongoing Middle East war. Tehran's counter-proposals include full control over the Strait of Hormuz—allowing Iran to collect fees from passing ships, an end to all sanctions, a permanent ceasefire, and the withdrawal of US military bases from the Gulf. Iranian officials described Trump's demands as "excessive" and disconnected from realities on the ground, vowing to continue the war until Iran's conditions are met. US officials have called Iran's counter-proposals "ridiculous" and "unrealistic."
Key Points:
- Iran demands control over the Strait of Hormuz, effectively seeking to monetize the key shipping route that carries 20% of global oil.
- Tehran insists on a full US military withdrawal from the Gulf and reparations for American attacks on Iran.
- Iran's demands make no mention of its nuclear program, but insist on keeping its missile program without negotiation.
- Trump's plan required Iran to dismantle nuclear facilities, end support for proxies, and limit its missile program.
- A US official described Iran's counter-proposals as "ridiculous" and "unrealistic," indicating a wide gap between both sides.
Sources: Guardian
