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U.S. President Donald Trump has warned that Iran could face "higher level and intensity" airstrikes if it does not agree to a proposed peace deal.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump said the outcome depends on whether Iran accepts the terms being discussed. "If they don't agree, the bombing starts, and it will be... at a much higher level and intensity than it was before," he wrote.
He also said that if a deal is reached, "the already legendary Epic Fury will be at an end," and the Strait of Hormuz would be opened "to all, including Iran."
The comments come as reports suggest the U.S. and Iran are close to a draft agreement aimed at ending the conflict and setting up broader nuclear talks.
According to Axios, both sides are working on a short memorandum, with Tehran expected to respond on key points within days.
The proposed framework reportedly includes Iran agreeing to pause nuclear enrichment, the U.S. lifting some sanctions, and both countries easing restrictions on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
Negotiations are being handled through a mix of direct talks and intermediaries, including U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and Iranian officials.
Despite the push for a deal, tensions at sea have not fully eased. Both sides have accused each other of recent incidents involving commercial shipping in the region, keeping the Strait of Hormuz a sensitive flashpoint.
U.S. officials say a ceasefire that began in April is still in place, though fragile. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the truce continues despite recent exchanges, while global energy markets have reacted nervously due to the importance of the strait for oil shipments.
Trump also confirmed that a U.S. maritime operation meant to secure shipping through the strait has been paused temporarily, saying the move was to allow space for negotiations.
