Iran Rejects US Ceasefire, Demands Control Over Hormuz and Reparations

Iran dismissed a 15-point US ceasefire proposal, insisting the war will end only on its own terms.

Iran will end the war when it decides and when its own conditions are met.

Al-Jazeera Net

The counterproposal included five demands, including securing recognition of Iran’s authority over the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran's five-point counteroffer included a complete halt to aggression and assassinations.

It demanded guaranteed payment of war damages and reparations.

CNBC

Iran demanded sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz.

Trump claimed Iran wants to make a deal so badly.

Iran's foreign minister said an exchange of messages does not mean negotiations.

Analysts noted the contradictions.

Trump floated joint control of the Strait of Hormuz.

Iran's ability to control passage represents a major strategic advantage.

Fox News

Energy markets reacted as oil prices soared.

Israeli forces carried out precision strikes on IRGC-Navy leadership.

“- i24NEWS - Middle East - Iran & Eastern States - Iran rejects US proposal to end war, sets conditions for ceasefire Iran rejects US proposal to end war, sets conditions for ceasefire Tehran says conflict will end 'on its own terms' and outlines five demands; Senior Iranian official to Reuters: Iran's initial response to US proposal 'not positive,' but Tehran is still reviewing it Iran has rejected a United States proposal aimed at ending the ongoing war, saying any ceasefire will occur only on Tehran’s terms, according to a senior political security official cited by Press TV”

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Tangsiri was targeted at a covert naval command center.

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The strike was based on American and Israeli intelligence.