The White House has rejected Iranian claims that the United States has presented Tehran with a draft peace agreement, describing the reports as entirely false. Iranian state media had reported that the proposed deal, still incomplete, would enable shipping traffic through the Strait of Hormuz to return to pre-war levels within 30 days, alongside a US withdrawal of forces and the lifting of its naval blockade.

Responding to the claims, a White House spokesperson dismissed the reports as “a complete fabrication” originating from Iranian-controlled outlets. Despite the denial, President Donald Trump indicated optimism about the possibility of a negotiated resolution, stating that Iran’s leadership “want very much to make a deal.” Speaking ahead of a cabinet meeting, Trump emphasized that any agreement reached would have to meet America’s standards, asserting that if a satisfactory deal is not achieved, the US may intensify its efforts, saying, “or we’ll have to finish the job.”

The situation highlights ongoing tensions between the two countries, with shipping security through the strategic Strait of Hormuz—a vital corridor for global oil shipments—remaining a critical point of contention. While Iranian state television’s report suggested some level of negotiation progress, the White House’s swift rebuttal underscores the complexities and mistrust that continue to shape diplomatic interactions between Washington and Tehran.