US and Iran negotiations regarding conflict resolution
On May 7, 2026, Iran is expected to deliver its response to mediators regarding a United States proposal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict. The proposal reportedly includes a 14-point memorandum covering Iran's nuclear program, the lifting of sanctions, and navigation through the Strait of Hormuz. While President Donald Trump has expressed optimism for a swift resolution, the process has faced complications, including the temporary suspension of the U.S. 'Operation Freedom' after Saudi Arabia denied access to the Prince Sultan air base. Meanwhile, France has explicitly stated that no sanctions on Iran will be lifted until the Strait of Hormuz is fully reopened. Iranian parliamentary speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has characterized U.S. efforts as a strategy of surrender, though official government sources continue to review the American proposal. Tensions remain high as President Trump has threatened renewed military strikes if an agreement is not reached, even as he claims a deal is very likely. Negotiations are continuing with no official deadline set by the White House.