Iran’s Ghalibaf: US must accept Tehran proposal

Ezgi Akin
Ezgi Akin
May 12, 2026
Commuters in Tehran drive past a billboard mocking US President Donald Trump over the Strait of Hormuz

Welcome back to the Daily Briefing.

This is Ezgi Akin, filling in for Gabrielle. 

In today’s edition:

  • Iran’s Ghalibaf: US must accept Tehran proposal
  • US targets China-linked Iran oil trade before Trump’s trip
  • Hezbollah chief vows to continue fight before Lebanon-Israel talks
  • Turkey’s Syria border reopening opens new foothold
  • Rubio hosts Ethiopia FM amid escalating rivalries in Horn of Africa

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