Trump demands Iran pay compensation as hopes fade for Hormuz agreement
President Donald Trump demanded that Iran compensate victims of attacks, conflicts and domestic repression he attributed to Tehran, adding a new condition to negotiations over reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The demand came after Iran reiterated that Washington must compensate it for damage from months of US and Israeli strikes before the strait can fully reopen. The exchange signals fading hopes for a near-term agreement.
President Donald Trump said he is demanding that Iran compensate victims of attacks, conflicts and domestic repression that he attributed to Tehran, adding a new condition to negotiations over fully reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
The demand came after Iran reiterated that Washington must compensate it for damage caused by more than five months of US and Israeli strikes before the strategic waterway can be fully reopened. Trump said it was "an interesting idea" that he was now likewise demanding compensation.
The development signals fading hopes for progress in negotiations over reopening the strait. Regional observers said the mutual compensation demands could further complicate an already difficult negotiation.
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