Trump Rejects Iran’s Response to US Proposal to End War

US President Donald Trump has described Iran’s response to American proposals aimed at ending the ongoing war as “totally unacceptable”. The comments came after Iranian media reported that Tehran had delivered its own peace proposal through Pakistan, which has been acting as a mediator between both sides. According to reports, Iran’s proposal demanded an immediate end to fighting across the region, the removal of the US naval blockade on Iranian ports, and guarantees against future military attacks.

Ceasefire Continues Despite Rising Tensions

A ceasefire introduced last month to support negotiations between Iran, the United States, and Israel has mostly held, although occasional exchanges of fire have continued. Earlier this week, Trump claimed the war would end “quickly,” but Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu insisted Iran’s nuclear programme must be dismantled before the conflict can truly end. Speaking during an interview with CBS, Netanyahu said Iran’s uranium enrichment facilities still needed to be removed completely.

Iran Demands Compensation and Sovereignty

Iranian state media reported that Tehran’s proposal also included demands for compensation related to war damages and recognition of Iranian sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said the country would never surrender under pressure and stressed that negotiations should not be seen as weakness. Trump later reacted on Truth Social, stating that he strongly rejected Iran’s response and considered it unacceptable.

US Proposal Includes Nuclear Restrictions

According to reports from Axios, the American proposal includes several major conditions aimed at ending the conflict and stabilising the region.
The reported US memorandum proposes:

• Suspension of Iranian nuclear enrichment
• Removal of some economic sanctions
• Restoration of free navigation through the Strait of Hormuz
• Long-term agreements tied to a final peace settlement

The Strait of Hormuz remains one of the world’s most important shipping routes, with around 20% of global oil and liquefied natural gas supplies normally passing through it.

Oil Prices Rise as Strait of Hormuz Remains Blocked

Iran has continued limiting access through the strategic waterway, increasing fears of a global energy crisis and pushing international oil prices higher. The United States has also maintained pressure on Tehran by enforcing a naval blockade on Iranian ports, a move that has further increased tensions in the region. Iranian military officials warned that foreign vessels passing through the Strait of Hormuz could face serious consequences if they failed to cooperate with Iranian authorities.

Gulf Nations on High Alert

The conflict has also affected neighbouring Gulf countries. Kuwait reported unidentified drones entering its airspace, while the United Arab Emirates said its air defence systems intercepted drones launched from Iran. Meanwhile, the UK Maritime Trade Operations Centre confirmed that a commercial vessel near Qatar had been struck by an unidentified projectile, causing a small fire but no casualties. Iranian media later claimed the ship was operating under a US flag.

UK and France Discuss Shipping Security Mission

The British Royal Navy is preparing to deploy a warship to the Middle East as part of discussions over an international maritime protection mission in the Strait of Hormuz. UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer and French President Emmanuel Macron have supported plans to secure international shipping routes once hostilities end. However, Iran warned that any British or French military deployment in the region would receive a “decisive and immediate response”. Macron later clarified that France was considering a coordinated security mission rather than a direct naval confrontation.

International Defence Talks Planned

Defence ministers from more than 40 countries are expected to meet to discuss UK-led proposals aimed at protecting commercial shipping traffic in the Strait of Hormuz after the conflict ends. The talks will focus on maintaining stability in global energy supply routes and preventing future attacks on commercial vessels.

Conclusion

Tensions between the United States and Iran remain high as peace negotiations face new setbacks. While ceasefire efforts continue, disagreements over Iran’s nuclear programme, sanctions, and control of the Strait of Hormuz continue to complicate diplomatic progress. The growing military activity across the Gulf region has also increased concerns about global energy supplies and wider instability in the Middle East.