US calls Iran's terms for ending the war 'absurd'

US Secretary of State Marco Rubio called Iran's settlement terms absurd at a G7 meeting in Paris.

Iran's security council secretary says Tehran is not currently negotiating with Washington, contradicting US President Donald Trump's claim that the war is effectively over.

Iran says it is standing by a seven-point proposal that includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz.

The United States and Iran are also at odds over Iran's nuclear programme and control of the strait, a key route for oil shipping.

Both sides have imposed blockades there, and Rubio said oil flows on some nights were 80 to 85 percent of pre-war levels.

The US says it is not seeking to restart major combat operations, but Rubio said it is in no hurry to make a deal.

Trump has said he is open to an agreement, while Rubio said Iran's terms could change.