President Donald Trump is seeking to amend the wording of a U.S.–Iran proposal concerning the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.
This move signals a potential deadlock in diplomatic efforts to stabilize one of the world's most vital oil transit chokepoints. Any change in the legal or diplomatic language could alter the security guarantees and operational controls the U.S. expects in the region.
U.S. officials cited by the news outlet Axus said the development occurred on May 6, 2026 [1]. According to these sources, the president is dissatisfied with the current Iranian proposal and is pushing for revisions that he believes better protect U.S. interests and security [2].
"Trump wants to amend the language that refers to reopening the Strait of Hormuz," an unnamed U.S. official said [1]. The official said that the president is not happy with the Iranian proposal and is seeking changes to the text [2].
The negotiations, discussed from Washington, D.C., center on the conditions under which the waterway remains open and accessible. The Strait of Hormuz is a critical artery for global energy markets, and the U.S. has long sought to ensure its stability against regional threats.
Trump's insistence on specific phrasing suggests a focus on the enforceability of the agreement. By altering the wording, the administration aims to ensure that the U.S. maintains sufficient leverage and security oversight during the reopening process [1].
Officials have not yet disclosed the specific terms of the Iranian proposal or the exact phrasing Trump wishes to implement. However, the push for amendments indicates that the two nations remain divided on the precise mechanisms of maritime security [2].
“Trump wants to amend the language that refers to reopening the Strait of Hormuz.”
The focus on specific wording highlights the fragile nature of U.S.–Iran diplomacy, where semantic changes often reflect broader strategic shifts. If the two parties cannot agree on the language regarding the Strait of Hormuz, it could delay the reopening of the waterway or lead to a collapse of the broader proposal, potentially increasing maritime tensions in the Persian Gulf.
