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As Trump rejects Iran peace proposal, an expert explains what each side wants
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- Sep 28, 2026, 3:26 PM UTC
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Iran's proposal, effectively a reiteration of the collapsed June MoU, opened a path to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. But with Trump rejecting it, here's where each side stands and what they want to achieve.
Experts say Trump sees economic sanctions as key to extracting more concessions but he risks losing leverage.
Iran had presented a seven-day plan to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and return to negotiations for a lasting end to the war.