US President Donald Trump threatened Iran with "opening the gates of hell" if Tehran does not accept a deal to end the war in the Middle East, according to the White House. White House Spokesperson Karoline Leavitt stated that if Iran does not accept the current reality and its military defeat, Trump is prepared to strike harder than ever before.
Key points
- The US is closely examining how oil tankers can cross the Strait of Hormuz.
- Iran's state television reported that Tehran rejected the US proposal to stop the war.
- The Trump administration delivered a 15-point peace plan to Iran via Pakistani mediators.
- Pakistan, Egypt, and Gulf states are secretly seeking dialogue, but efforts are in initial stages.
- Trump mentioned Sunday meetings between his envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner with an unidentified Iranian official.
Why it matters
The US issued a severe ultimatum tied to a 15-point peace proposal mediated by Pakistan, signaling a critical juncture in the Middle East conflict.
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