U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly dissatisfied with a fresh peace proposal from Iran, raising fresh uncertainty over efforts to ease tensions in the region.
According to U.S. media reports citing White House officials, the proposal—submitted days ago—includes plans to reopen the strategically critical Strait of Hormuz and bring an end to the U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports. However, the deal reportedly defers discussions on Tehran’s nuclear programme, a key sticking point for Washington.
Trump reviewed the proposal during a high-level meeting with national security officials in the White House Situation Room. Among those present was Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who indicated the president is unlikely to approve the terms in their current form.
Rubio noted that while the proposal was “better than expected,” accepting it could undermine Trump’s long-standing position that Iran must be prevented from developing nuclear weapons. The U.S. administration has consistently maintained that any agreement must include firm guarantees barring Tehran from pursuing nuclear capabilities.
The report also suggests that Trump remains committed to negotiating strictly on U.S. terms, emphasizing that there is “no time frame” for concluding talks or resolving the broader conflict involving the United States, Israel, and Iran.
With negotiations stalled and tensions lingering, the rejection of Iran’s latest offer signals a potentially prolonged diplomatic standoff, with global attention focused on the future of nuclear talks and stability in the Gulf region.
