- Donald Trump stated on social media that Iran informed the US it is in a "State of Collapse" and requested the "Open the Hormuz Strait" as soon as possible to address its leadership situation.
- The US Secretary of State characterized Iran's control over the Strait of Hormuz as an "economic nuclear weapon" that holds global energy supplies "hostage."
- Senator Marco Rubio told Fox News that Iran is "bragging" about its ability to hold a fifth of the world's oil and gas hostage through its continued blockade of the vital waterway.
- Rubio suggested that Iran is serious about resolving its current difficulties but aims to "buy themselves more time" rather than genuinely seeking a deal to end the conflict.
- Donald Trump reportedly discussed a new Iranian proposal with his top national security aides, which suggests setting aside discussions of Iran's nuclear program until the war ends and shipping disputes are resolved, a position sources indicate is unlikely to be acceptable to the US.
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