By Gloria Nosa
U.S. President Donald Trump has claimed that Iran’s newly installed leadership has approached the United States seeking a ceasefire amid escalating hostilities between the two countries.
In a message posted Wednesday morning on his Truth Social platform, Trump said the new Iranian leader appeared more pragmatic and less hard-line than previous officials. However, he did not disclose who within Iran was involved in the alleged communication.
According to the president, Washington would only consider any ceasefire request if navigation through the Strait of Hormuz is restored and secured. He warned that military operations would continue until that condition is met.
“Iran’s new leadership has asked for a ceasefire,” Trump wrote. “We’ll consider it once the Strait of Hormuz is open and safe. Until then, our operations will continue.”
Iran swiftly rejected the claim. The country’s Revolutionary Guard described Trump’s remarks as baseless and insisted Tehran would not be influenced by what it called “provocative rhetoric.”
The comments come just a day after Trump suggested that U.S. military action against Iran could last several more weeks. He said the administration intended to “finish the job,” adding that the timeline could range from a few days to roughly two weeks.
Earlier in the week, the president also called on American allies to play a more active role in the unfolding crisis. He further hinted at frustration with NATO, stating he was weighing the possibility of withdrawing from the alliance and planned to address the issue during a national broadcast focused on the conflict.
Meanwhile, U.S. defense officials are reportedly presenting Trump with multiple military strategies. Reports indicate that American forces, including Marines and airborne troops, are being positioned across the region as tensions intensify, while some Middle Eastern allies are urging Washington to capitalize on the moment to weaken Iran’s ruling establishment.
