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2026 Iran War: 2026-09-26

Saturday, September 26, 2026 2 updates Last updated 00:30 UTC

00:30 UTC Breaking

WSJ: Trump rejects Iran ceasefire plan, expects renewed bombing after midterms

The Wall Street Journal reported that President Trump has rejected Iran's ceasefire demands and expects to resume bombing after the US midterm elections. Bloomberg and The Times of Israel separately confirmed the WSJ exclusive. Iran's seven-day Hormuz/MoU proposal had been presented by Foreign Minister Araghchi in New York.

Wall Street Journal via Middle East Spectator

20:40 UTC

Iranian officials tell Reuters: no nuclear concessions even if Hormuz deal reached

Iranian officials told Reuters that Tehran will not compromise on its nuclear program, even if a deal reopens the Strait of Hormuz. The stance contrasts with President Pezeshkian's UN-week comments about returning to the MoU and openness to IAEA inspections. Middle East Spectator flagged the Reuters readout as contradicting Pezeshkian's earlier messaging.

Reuters via Middle East Spectator