Donald Trump on Sunday dismissed Iran’s latest proposal aimed at ending its conflict with the United States and Israel, describing it as unacceptable after reviewing its contents.
The reported 14-point plan outlines a phased approach, beginning with a halt to hostilities and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz within 30 days. Only after that would Washington and Tehran begin discussions on Iran’s nuclear program. The proposal is also said to include a possible freeze on uranium enrichment for up to 15 years, followed by additional limitations.
Speaking to a public broadcaster, Trump said he had carefully examined the proposal but found it unsatisfactory. A day earlier, he had already signaled that rejection was likely, arguing that Iran had not faced sufficient consequences.
The proposal, submitted Thursday, is the latest in a series of drafts exchanged since a ceasefire took effect on April 8, ending weeks of fighting that began in late February. Iranian officials said the United States had responded via Pakistan and that Tehran was currently reviewing that reply. A foreign ministry spokesperson added that formal nuclear negotiations have not yet begun.
Meanwhile, Trump announced that the United States would begin efforts on Monday to help guide stranded vessels out of the Strait of Hormuz. He said several countries had requested assistance to ensure safe passage for ships currently stuck in the waterway.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump described the operation—dubbed “Project Freedom”—as a humanitarian effort. He noted that many ships were running low on essential supplies needed to support large crews. He also warned that any attempt to disrupt the operation would be met with a strong response.
Tensions remained high throughout the day. The intelligence wing of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps warned that Trump would have to choose between a difficult military option or an unfavorable agreement with Iran. Iranian state media also pointed to what it described as shifting positions among China, Russia, and European countries, along with an Iranian deadline related to the US naval blockade.
Earlier, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Washington was exerting intense economic pressure on Iran through a broad blockade tied to the ongoing military campaign with Israel. He stated that the measures were severely limiting the Iranian government’s ability to fund its operations, including paying its military forces.
