Iran has set conditions for peace and the opening of Hormuz, awaiting Trump's response

Iran accuses Trump of risking Third World War with final remarks Iran has accused former U.S. President Donald Trump of potentially igniting the spark of a third world war, following his latest statements regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. The Iranian government warned that Trump’s actions could lead to further escalation, particularly after Washington reportedly gave Tehran its “last chance” to reach an agreement. This comes amid ongoing tensions over access to the strategic waterway, which serves as a critical route for global oil trade. According to reports from Iranian state media, Trump asserted that the Strait of Hormuz could be reopened “literally tomorrow.” He claimed that the Iranian regime had “begged” for negotiations and that talks were currently underway. However, this stance was met with sharp criticism from Iranian officials. A senior advisor to Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Mohsen Rezaei, stated that Iran would not allow the establishment of a “second corridor” through the Strait. He warned that any military vessel or force attempting to pass through the strait would face attack. Rezaei, speaking to an Iranian television channel, emphasized that Trump’s moves could ignite the spark of a third world war. His comments were relayed by Israeli public broadcaster Kan. Rezaei added that “Trump’s moves could light the fuse of a third world war,” highlighting the deepening rift between the two nations. Meanwhile, Trump outlined a two-step vision for peace in the region. According to him, the first step would involve the reopening of the Strait for maritime traffic, while the second would focus on Iran’s denuclearization. He described the process as taking time but noted that the United States was acting decisively on the issue. In response, Iran has rejected all claims of imminent negotiations with Washington. Instead, Tehran insists it is directly engaging with Oman to find a temporary solution for safe passage through the Strait. According to a high-ranking Iranian official who spoke to Reuters, Iran and Oman are considering a temporary management plan for the strait. Under this proposal, Iran would retain complete control over all vessels entering the strait, while Oman would oversee the exit of ships and notify Tehran before they depart. The official also noted that Iran is unlikely to accept any alternative proposals for reopening the waterway. This approach suggests that Iran is seeking to bypass U.S. involvement entirely, having previously failed in multiple attempts to reach a lasting agreement. The move underscores growing frustration within Iran over American policies and the lack of progress in diplomatic channels. Separately, Iran has set new conditions for the reopening of the Strait, including a demand that the United States cease all threats against the Islamic Republic. These conditions were announced by the National Security Council of Iran, chaired by President Masud Pezeškian and under the supervision of Supreme Leader Khamenei. The council called for Washington to end its naval blockade of Iranian ports, withdraw its forces from the region, fully compensate Iran for wartime damages, lift sanctions, and release frozen Iranian assets. The Iranian government has made these demands part of broader discussions aimed at achieving a long-term agreement with the United States. However, the current conditions are specifically tied to the reopening of the Strait, rather than encompassing Iran’s nuclear program as previously proposed. Despite these efforts, the U.S. administration has yet to respond directly. Oman, meanwhile, has expressed confidence in the progress being made with Iran. In a statement, the Omani Ministry of Foreign Affairs noted that negotiations on the Strait are proceeding in a “positive and constructive atmosphere.” It urged all parties to avoid actions that might interfere with the talks or hinder progress. While the ministry did not specify which entities were involved in the discussions, it confirmed that the talks remain focused on finding a sustainable solution for maritime transit through the strait. Both Iran and the United States have recently indicated that an agreement on restoring free navigation through the Strait could be reached soon. However, the situation remains fluid, with Iran insisting it is conducting direct negotiations with Oman and rejecting U.S. involvement. As the standoff continues, the international community watches closely for any signs of de-escalation or further confrontation.