Iran has declared that the United States is no longer in a position to dictate global policy, as Washington reviews a fresh proposal from Tehran aimed at reopening the Strait of Hormuz and easing tensions following weeks of conflict.
Speaking on Tuesday, Iran’s defence ministry spokesman, Reza Talaei-Nik, said Washington must abandon what he described as “illegal and irrational demands,” insisting that independent nations would no longer accept US dominance in international affairs.
His comments come as the United States weighs a proposal from Iran that could see the strategic Strait of Hormuz reopened, a crucial global shipping route for oil and gas—while broader negotiations to end the war continue.
The waterway, which handles roughly a fifth of the world’s oil and gas supply in normal times, has been effectively disrupted since the outbreak of hostilities between Iran, the US and Israel, sending shockwaves through global energy markets.
Under the proposal, Iran is said to be willing to lift its restrictions on the strait in exchange for the United States easing its naval blockade and postponing contentious discussions over Tehran’s nuclear programme to a later stage.
Despite a fragile ceasefire currently halting active fighting, talks aimed at reaching a permanent resolution remain deadlocked, with both sides holding firm on key demands. Reports indicate that US officials are reviewing the offer but remain cautious, particularly as it defers the sensitive issue of Iran’s nuclear ambitions.
Meanwhile, the standoff has severely impacted global shipping, with traffic through the strait dropping dramatically and energy markets remaining volatile amid uncertainty over when normal operations might resume.
Talaei-Nik also signalled Iran’s intention to deepen military cooperation with allied nations, stating that Tehran is ready to share its defensive capabilities with members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation.