U.S. President Donald Trump announced that he expects a response from Iran regarding a proposal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. On May 8, 2026, Trump mentioned he would receive a letter from Iran that evening. Meanwhile, Israeli airstrikes in southern Lebanon resulted in the deaths of at least five individuals, while Hezbollah retaliated by firing rockets into northern Israel, though no casualties were reported. In a separate military action, U.S. fighter jets disabled two Iranian-flagged tankers, enforcing a blockade and further complicating the fragile ceasefire. Iranian officials have accused the U.S. of violating the ceasefire and obstructing diplomatic efforts. Additionally, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio condemned Iran's attempts to control the Strait of Hormuz, following reports of Tehran establishing an authority to regulate transit through this critical waterway.