Iran’s proposal to end the war is ‘completely unacceptable’: Trump

Darwin, 11 May: U.S. President Donald Trump on Sunday rejected Iran’s response to a U.S. proposal aimed at ending the war, calling it “completely unacceptable.” Tehran had earlier sent its reply through mediator Pakistan.

Without providing details, Trump wrote on his social media platform Truth Social: “I just read the response sent by Iran’s so-called ‘representatives.’ I did not like it at all — it is completely unacceptable.”

According to Iranian state media, citing state television, Tehran’s response emphasized an end to fighting on all fronts, particularly the situation in Lebanon and the security of shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. However, there was no indication of how or when the crucial waterway might be reopened.

The United States had previously presented a proposal. In response, Tehran offered this reply regarding a halt to the fighting before talks could begin on its nuclear program and other disputed issues.

Iran’s semi-official news agency Tasnim reported that Tehran’s proposal included an immediate ceasefire on all fronts, the withdrawal of the U.S. naval blockade, guarantees against further attacks on Iran, and the removal of all sanctions imposed on the country, including restrictions on Iranian oil sales.

The Wall Street Journal, citing anonymous sources, reported that Iran had proposed reducing the enrichment level of some of its highly enriched uranium and transferring the remaining stock to a third country.

A Pakistani official said Pakistan had delivered Iran’s response to the United States. There was no immediate comment from Washington on the matter.

Uncertainty surrounding peace talks to end the conflict has pushed global crude oil prices higher again. On Sunday, Brent crude rose 3.17 percent to $104.50 per barrel, while U.S. crude increased 3.21 percent to around $98.48 per barrel.

Peace negotiations between the United States and Iran now appear to have stalled once again, raising fresh concerns over when oil shipments through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz may return to normal.