U.S. President Donald Trump is reportedly dissatisfied with a new peace proposal from Iran, which seeks to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and end the U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports.
According to U.S. media reports citing White House officials, Trump discussed the proposal with top national security advisers during a meeting in the Situation Room at the White House.
Marco Rubio, who attended the meeting, indicated that the proposal is unlikely to be accepted in its current form. He noted that while the offer is more favorable than expected, it defers discussions on Iran’s nuclear programme to a later stage—an approach the administration finds problematic.
Rubio stressed that any agreement must include firm guarantees preventing Tehran from developing nuclear weapons, aligning with Trump’s longstanding position on the issue.
The proposal, delivered to the United States a few days ago, is seen as part of ongoing efforts to ease tensions linked to the broader conflict involving the U.S., Israel, and Iran.
However, Trump has maintained that any peace deal must be negotiated strictly on U.S. terms and within his preferred timeline. He has also stated that there is “no time frame” for ending the conflict and no immediate pressure to conclude ceasefire talks.
The situation underscores continued diplomatic strain, as both sides remain divided over key issues—particularly Iran’s nuclear ambitions and the conditions required for lasting peace.
