Iran awaits official US position on Strait of Hormuz proposal as military actions escalate

Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz continue to rise as Iran maintains its blockade on the strategic waterway, demanding that the United States lift oil sanctions, unfreeze national assets, and cease military operations. Although U.S. President Donald Trump rejected an Iranian proposal to reopen the maritime corridor within seven days in exchange for reduced U.S. military pressure, Iranian officials stated they are still awaiting a "definitive position" from Washington.

Meanwhile, military confrontations have escalated on the water. Following an American strike on Iran's Larak Island and nighttime U.S. naval escorts for commercial tankers, Iranian forces responded by deploying rocket-launched naval mines. Both sides continue to trade tactical blows amid stalled diplomatic efforts to reopen the strategic shipping lane.

Sources: Expresso, Expresso das Ilhas, Jornal Económico, RTP (Rádio e Televisão de Portugal)