US President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran has reached out to Washington seeking help in reopening the strategic Strait of Hormuz.
The statement comes amid escalating diplomatic activity involving the United States, Iran, and regional mediators including Pakistan.
The developments have added new uncertainty to already tense geopolitical discussions in the Middle East.
Trump’s Claim on Iran and Hormuz Strait
Donald Trump, in a post on social media, said Iran had informed the United States that it was in a “state of collapse” and wanted the Strait of Hormuz opened as soon as possible.
He further claimed that Iran was seeking urgent assistance while dealing with internal leadership uncertainty.
Trump added that he believed Iran would eventually resolve its leadership situation, without providing further details or evidence to support the claim.
Qatar calls for protection of maritime passage
Earlier, Qatar’s Foreign Office spokesperson Majed al-Ansari stressed that the Strait of Hormuz should not be used as a political or military tool.
During a press briefing, he said there is no justification for disrupting maritime movement through the critical waterway, which is vital for global energy supplies.
Al-Ansari also confirmed Qatar’s support for ongoing mediation efforts by Pakistan between the United States and Iran.
He added that Iran should keep the Strait of Hormuz issue separate from its nuclear programme during any negotiations.
US reviews Iranian proposal via Pakistan
In parallel diplomatic developments, US President Donald Trump recently held a high-level meeting at the White House with national security advisers.
The meeting reviewed proposals reportedly sent by Iran through Pakistani intermediaries aimed at ending a two-month-long conflict.
According to US officials and media reports, Trump did not fully reject the proposal but expressed concern that Iran’s nuclear programme was not included in the initial phase of talks.
A White House spokesperson confirmed that the administration examined proposals related to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz during the discussions.
US officials reiterated that preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons remains Washington’s top priority.
The spokesperson added that any potential agreement must include strong safeguards addressing nuclear concerns.
Officials also discussed technical measures, including landmine clearance operations, aimed at reducing tensions and improving movement in the region.
