TRUMP AND NATIONAL SECURITY TEAM SKEPTICAL OF IRAN'S LATEST PROPOSAL, WHICH WOULD REOPEN STRAIT OF HORMUZ WHILE DELAYING NUCLEAR TALKS; IN MONDAY DISCUSSIONS, TRUMP DID NOT REJECT OFFER OUTRIGHT BUT QUESTIONED WHETHER…

The Trump administration expressed skepticism toward Iran's proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for delaying nuclear talks, following Monday's internal discussions. While the offer was not outright rejected, doubts about Iran's intentions weighed on risk sentiment, reinforcing the perception that geopolitical tensions in the Middle East remain elevated. The uncertainty sustains upward pressure on oil prices due to supply disruption risks through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint for global crude shipments. Markets are particularly sensitive to any escalation that could constrict energy flows, with Brent crude and shipping insurance rates acting as key barometers. Traders will watch for any official U.S. response or military movements in the region as the next near-term catalyst.

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