Rubio appears to rule out new Iran offer to end war

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Rubio appears to rule out new Iran offer to end war

Updated 4 days ago
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio has expressed skepticism regarding a reported Iranian proposal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, which would involve postponing discussions on Iran's nuclear program. While Iran's offer includes easing its control over the strait in exchange for the U.S. lifting its naval blockade, Rubio's comments suggest a rejection of this proposal, aligning with the broader U.S. stance on Iran's nuclear ambitions. Al Jazeera noted that the U.S. is considering the proposal, indicating a divergence in perspectives on the matter.

What This Means

The ongoing standoff in the Strait of Hormuz, as highlighted by the Iranian proposal, continues to keep oil prices elevated, impacting global markets, according to the Associated Press.

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Rubio appears to rule out new Iran offer to end war
The Hill
The Hill
Center
4/28/2026

Rubio appears to rule out new Iran offer to end war

Secretary of State Marco Rubio on Monday poured cold water on a reported proposal by Iran that would end the two-month conflict and reopen the Strait of Hormuz but postpone discussions on its nuclear program. Tehran offered to loosen its grip on the strait in exchange for the U.S. ending its naval blockade, two.

What’s in Iran’s latest proposal – and how has the US responded?
Al Jazeera
Al Jazeera
Lean Left
4/28/2026

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

The 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.

Russian President Vladimir Putin, right, shakes hands with Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi, at the Boris Yeltsin Presidential Library, in St. Petersburg, Russia, Monday, April 27, 2026. (Gavriil Grigorov, Sputnik, Kremlin Pool Photo via AP)
Associated Press4/28/2026

Iran offers to reopen Strait of Hormuz if US lifts its blockade and the war ends, officials say

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi landed in St. Petersburg on Monday morning ahead of a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Araghchi’s visit comes as a standoff between Iran and the U.S. in the crucial Strait of Hormuz persists despite a ceasefire, keeping oil prices high. Russian President Vladimir.