NEW DELHI: US President Donald Trump is reviewing a fresh Iranian proposal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict and reopening the strategically crucial Strait of Hormuz, even as the United Nations has called for urgent restoration of maritime traffic through the chokepoint.

Trump reviews Iran’s peace proposal

According to reports, the proposal put forward by Tehran includes a ceasefire framework, reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and postponing negotiations over Iran’s nuclear programme until after the war ends.

However, Trump is reportedly dissatisfied with the plan, primarily because it delays discussions on Iran’s nuclear ambitions—one of Washington’s core demands.

US officials remain cautious, with concerns that easing blockades or reopening shipping routes without firm nuclear commitments could weaken American leverage in negotiations.

UN urges reopening of Hormuz

The United Nations has warned that continued disruption in the Strait of Hormuz—a route handling roughly 20% of global oil trade—could trigger wider economic and humanitarian consequences.

UN leadership has stressed that restoring shipping access is critical to prevent a potential global food and energy crisis, as supply chains remain severely impacted.

Global energy markets on edge

The standoff has already rattled global markets, with oil prices rising sharply amid uncertainty and restricted supply flows.

The Strait has seen repeated closures and reopenings during the conflict, with both Iran and the US using blockades and military pressure as bargaining tools, complicating diplomatic efforts.

Stalemate continues

Despite ongoing backchannel diplomacy involving regional players, the situation remains deadlocked. Iran insists on easing US restrictions before deeper talks, while Washington continues to demand firm guarantees on nuclear curbs.

With tensions persisting, analysts warn the conflict risks turning into a prolonged geopolitical standoff with far-reaching consequences for global trade and stability.