Tehran says Washington’s response to its seven conditions for ending the conflict is insufficient, leaving negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz stalled as military tensions and economic pressures intensify across the Middle East.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Iran has rejected the latest United States response to its proposed conditions for ending the ongoing conflict, saying Washington has failed to provide satisfactory answers to several demands, including those concerning the reopening of the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, said on Sunday, October 11, 2026, that the American response was insufficient and that Tehran would not proceed with negotiations until outstanding issues were clarified. His remarks, reported by Iranian state media and international news agencies, came as diplomatic efforts continued through regional intermediaries seeking to end more than seven months of hostilities involving Iran, the United States and Israel. The disagreement has increased uncertainty over a possible peace agreement and the restoration of commercial shipping through one of the world’s most important energy corridors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, said Washington had failed to address several of Tehran’s demands.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The dispute centres on seven conditions presented by Iran as part of a diplomatic initiative intended to end hostilities and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian officials submitted the proposal during the United Nations General Assembly in September, following the collapse of an earlier understanding reached with Washington in June. Tehran has demanded an end to military operations, relief from economic restrictions, the lifting of the American naval blockade and access to frozen Iranian assets. Iran has also sought guarantees intended to prevent renewed attacks after an agreement is reached. Although the complete details of all seven conditions have not been publicly disclosed, Iranian officials insist that the outstanding issues must be resolved before normal shipping arrangements can resume. Washington has maintained that negotiations must also address Iran’s nuclear programme and wider security concerns, creating disagreements over both the substance and sequence of a possible settlement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Rezaei said the United States had accepted some Iranian conditions but left others unresolved, making its response unacceptable in its present form. Speaking through statements carried by Iran’s official news agency, he maintained that Tehran would not restore unrestricted passage through Hormuz or proceed with negotiations without further clarification. However, Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson, Esmaeil Baghaei, said on Monday, October 12, that the government was still reviewing the American response and would communicate its position through intermediaries once the assessment was completed. The distinction suggests that although Tehran has publicly expressed dissatisfaction, diplomatic communication has not necessarily ended. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has repeatedly argued that the conflict cannot be resolved through military pressure and that negotiations must recognise Iran’s security concerns and national sovereignty. The United States has continued pressing for restrictions on Iran’s nuclear activities while maintaining economic and military pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the most important obstacles to an agreement because of its central role in international energy transportation. Before the conflict escalated in February 2026, approximately one fifth of the world’s oil and liquefied natural gas supplies passed through the narrow waterway connecting the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman. Restrictions on shipping, military threats and attacks on commercial vessels have disrupted energy movements, forcing traders and shipping companies to reassess routes and security arrangements. On October 12, international oil markets reacted to renewed regional uncertainty, with Brent crude futures for December delivery rising to approximately 106.84 dollars per barrel, while US West Texas Intermediate futures climbed to about 92.80 dollars. The price movements reflected concerns about supply disruptions and the possibility that diplomatic negotiations could remain stalled. Energy importers, airlines, manufacturers and transport companies face additional costs when instability affects fuel supplies and maritime insurance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For ordinary people, the consequences of the prolonged confrontation have extended far beyond military operations and diplomatic negotiations. Iranian households have faced increasing pressure from economic sanctions, currency depreciation and higher prices for essential goods, including imported medicines. In the United States, rising fuel prices have also placed additional pressure on household budgets, while businesses dependent on international shipping have faced uncertainty over transportation costs. Residents of Gulf countries have experienced disruptions to travel, commercial activities and public safety as regional hostilities have spread. A recent Associated Press report described growing American public opposition to the war, with polling indicating that 69 percent of respondents considered the conflict not worth fighting. The figure reflects attitudes among those surveyed rather than the views of every American. No independently verified interviews directly responding to Rezaei’s October 11 statement were available, but documented economic pressures show how the diplomatic stalemate affects people far removed from the negotiating table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Commercial vessels near the Strait of Hormuz, where restrictions on shipping have disrupted international oil and gas supplies.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n The latest diplomatic impasse follows a series of confrontations that have shaped relations between Iran and the United States for decades. A major turning point came in July 2015, when Iran and six world powers reached the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, an agreement intended to restrict Iran’s nuclear activities in exchange for sanctions relief. The arrangement placed limits on uranium enrichment and established international monitoring measures, but President Donald Trump withdrew the United States from the agreement in May 2018, arguing that it failed to address Iran’s ballistic missile programme and regional activities. Washington subsequently restored extensive economic sanctions, while Tehran gradually reduced its compliance with several nuclear restrictions. Efforts to restore the agreement repeatedly encountered disagreements over sanctions and verification. The present conflict escalated dramatically on February 28, 2026, when American and Israeli forces launched military strikes against Iran, opening a new phase of confrontation that has since spread through the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The prolonged confrontation has also complicated security arrangements among Gulf countries that depend on uninterrupted maritime trade and stable energy markets. Saudi Arabia, Qatar, the United Arab Emirates and other regional economies maintain important commercial connections through the Strait of Hormuz, making disruptions particularly significant for their export earnings and international trade. Recent attacks involving Yemen’s Houthi movement have added another dimension to regional instability, including missile and drone strikes against Saudi infrastructure. Over the weekend, attacks on King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh caused significant casualties and forced aviation authorities to suspend operations. Saudi forces also carried out strikes against Houthi targets in Yemen, according to regional reporting. Although the Houthis receive support from Iran, the movement maintains its own military and political objectives, and individual operations cannot automatically be attributed to direct Iranian orders. Tehran has expressed willingness to support diplomatic efforts to resolve the Saudi and Houthi confrontation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The peace negotiations remain complicated by fundamental disagreements over sanctions, nuclear activities and the conditions under which military operations would end. President Trump has argued that American pressure is necessary to prevent Iran from developing nuclear weapons and to address threats against US interests and regional partners. Tehran maintains that its nuclear programme serves peaceful purposes and has accused Washington of using economic restrictions and military threats to undermine Iranian sovereignty. Iranian officials have also demanded guarantees against renewed attacks, while American negotiators have sought assurances concerning nuclear monitoring and regional security. Qatar and Pakistan have helped facilitate indirect communications between the two governments, allowing proposals and responses to move between officials despite the absence of sustained direct negotiations. A central unresolved question is whether the parties can agree on an initial maritime arrangement without first settling the broader political and military disputes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The latest developments have placed renewed attention on the diplomatic efforts surrounding Iran’s proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within seven days of an acceptable agreement. Tehran previously indicated that such an arrangement could form part of a wider settlement covering military operations, economic restrictions and maritime security. However, the American response has not satisfied Iranian officials, who maintain that Washington must clarify its position before negotiations advance. Baghaei’s statement on Monday indicated that Iran’s review of the response was continuing, leaving open the possibility of further messages through intermediaries. Meanwhile, attacks on shipping and regional infrastructure have complicated efforts to reduce tensions. The United States has continued applying economic sanctions, while Iran has maintained restrictions affecting maritime activity. No new agreement or timetable for fully reopening the strait had been confirmed as of October 12, leaving shipping companies and energy markets facing further uncertainty.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Iran’s dissatisfaction with Washington’s peace response represents another obstacle to ending a conflict that has disrupted international trade, strained regional relationships and imposed growing economic costs on civilians. Although Tehran has described the American position as inadequate, the continued exchange of messages through diplomatic intermediaries indicates that opportunities for negotiation remain. A breakthrough will depend on whether the two governments can resolve differences over sanctions, nuclear restrictions, security guarantees and freedom of navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. Regional governments also have a substantial interest in preventing further escalation, particularly as attacks on shipping routes, energy facilities and civilian infrastructure threaten wider instability. For millions of people affected by rising prices, disrupted commerce and continuing insecurity, the significance of the negotiations extends beyond the diplomatic confrontation between Tehran and Washington. Their outcome will help determine when commercial shipping can resume more reliably and whether the Middle East can move towards a more stable security arrangement.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Tehran says Washington’s response to its seven conditions for ending the conflict is insufficient, leaving negotiations over the Strait of Hormuz stalled as military tensions and economic pressures intensify across the Middle East. 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He has called for negotiations rather than further military confrontation.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. Recent attacks on Saudi aviation infrastructure have added to concerns about regional security.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
United Nations Security Council meeting. International diplomacy remains important to efforts to reduce tensions and address security disputes in the Middle East.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n