US says examining latest Iran proposal

Author: AyobamiPublished on: April 28, 2026Country: United States

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The White House stated it is examining Iran's latest proposal to unblock the Strait of Hormuz, following a US and Israeli offensive. Secretary of State Marco Rubio mentioned the proposal was better than expected but questioned its authenticity. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi blamed Washington for the failure of peace talks, while President Trump indicated that Iran could reach out if they wanted to negotiate.

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