US President Donald Trump has strongly dismissed Iran’s response to a new US initiative aimed at resolving the Gulf region’s conflict, labeling Tehran’s stance as “TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE.” Trump expressed his dissatisfaction with Iran’s reply, emphasizing its unacceptability in a post on Truth Social. The tension persists around the Strait of Hormuz despite efforts to bring stability through a US-backed peace framework.
Iran, through Pakistani intermediaries, delivered its response to the US-supported peace plan designed to de-escalate the region following weeks of military confrontations and disruptions in maritime activities. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif confirmed the receipt of Iran’s response but refrained from divulging specific details, citing confidentiality. Tehran’s response reportedly focused on halting hostilities in the region and outlined demands for ending the war, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, withdrawing US-enforced naval vessels, lifting sanctions, and extending negotiations by 30 days.
Trump criticized Iran for what he perceived as “playing games with the United States” and issued a warning that such actions would no longer be tolerated. The Iranian response came subsequent to the Trump administration’s transmission of a 14-point proposal through mediators, addressing issues related to Tehran’s nuclear program and regional security commitments. The diplomatic exchanges unfolded amidst ongoing military tensions in and around the critical global energy route of the Strait of Hormuz.
