Iran’s Foreign Minister Calls for Negotiation After Trump Rejects Hormuz Deal

WASHINGTON — Iran’s foreign minister said that only negotiation can end the conflict after US President Donald Trump rejected the Hormuz deal, according to a report published on 27 September 2026. The rejection came after the United States had offered to lift sanctions on Iranian oil exports in exchange for Iran limiting its nuclear program. The minister’s statement was made in a televised interview that was broadcast across Iran’s state‑run media network.

US Rejects Hormuz Deal

The Hormuz deal, first proposed in 2024, was intended to ease pressure on Iran’s oil industry by lifting sanctions that had cut Iranian exports by more than 70 percent. In exchange, the United States demanded that Iran halt its enrichment of uranium beyond 5 percent and provide full transparency to the International Atomic Energy Agency. The proposal was presented to the Iranian leadership in early September, but President Trump announced that the United States would not proceed with the deal. The announcement was made during a press briefing on 25 September, where Trump stated that the United States would not accept any agreement that did not fully address Iran’s nuclear ambitions.

Iranian Minister Calls for Negotiation

In response to the rejection, Iran’s foreign minister said that the only way to end the conflict was through negotiation. He added that the United States had been in a deadlock for years and that a negotiated solution was the only path forward. The minister’s remarks were recorded by the BBC and echoed in coverage by Common Dreams, which noted that the Iranian diplomat emphasized the need for a “negotiated solution” to break the deadlock. The minister also warned that continued sanctions would further harm the Iranian economy and that the international community should support a diplomatic resolution.

UN Criticizes Iran’s Negotiation Stance

UN ambassador William Waltz, speaking at a press conference in Geneva, said that Iran was not negotiating in good faith to end the war. Waltz added that the United Nations had been monitoring Iran’s compliance with the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action and that the country had repeatedly failed to meet its obligations. The UN’s statement was reported by The Guardian, which highlighted that Waltz’s remarks came amid growing criticism of Iran’s approach to diplomacy.

Implications for Sanctions and Oil Exports

The rejection of the Hormuz deal means that the United States will continue to enforce sanctions that limit Iran’s ability to export oil through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global energy supplies. The sanctions have forced Iranian oil to be sold at a discount, reducing revenue for the Iranian government. The foreign minister said that the economic pressure would only increase if the United States remained in a hardline stance.

International Response

European diplomats have expressed concern that the deadlock could destabilize the region. The European Union’s foreign policy chief stated that the EU would continue to support diplomatic efforts to resolve the dispute. Meanwhile, China has called for restraint and urged both sides to engage in dialogue.

Next Steps

Both sides have indicated that they are open to further talks, but the United States has made it clear that any agreement must include strict limits on Iran’s nuclear program. Iran’s foreign minister said that the country would consider any proposal that ensures the lifting of sanctions and guarantees the safety of its oil exports.