Trump rejects Iran's Hormuz proposal; both sides expect talks this week

President Trump confirmed Saturday he rejected Iran's offer to halt Strait of Hormuz attacks and resume nuclear talks in exchange for lifting the US naval blockade. Trump told Axios he expects renewed US-Iran talks this week. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran is "fully prepared" for war to resume, even a "doomsday war," but remains open to diplomacy. Qatar and other mediators are trying to revive negotiations, though the two sides remain far apart on core demands.