President Trump has tightened the terms of a possible peace framework aimed at ending the war in Iran and sent the revised text back to Tehran. The changes, whose specifics remain undisclosed, seek to pressure Iran into accepting a memorandum of understanding already presented to Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei. The move follows months of stalled dialogue.

Trump’s objections focus on clauses that would unlock Iranian funds, echoing criticism of Obama’s 2015 deal that lifted sanctions in return for nuclear limits. Officials say the new draft intends to speed negotiations by forcing Iran to respond to a framework that, if accepted, would halt and Israeli strikes and restore shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.

Because reaching Supreme Leader Khamenei has proven difficult, any alteration could trigger further delays. Trump met with top aides in the Situation Room for two hours, leaving without a public statement. The memorandum, if signed, would end the U.S.-Israeli military campaign in exchange for Iran lifting its blockade of the vital oil corridor globally today.

The deal’s value lies in restoring the Strait of Hormuz, a route that channels roughly 30% of global oil shipments. Investors in shipping and energy sectors watch closely, as a flare‑up could spike freight rates and oil prices. The current framework, if ratified, would stabilize regional trade flows and curb geopolitical risk for global markets.