Trump Rejects Iran's Latest Peace Proposal as Negotiations Hit Stalemate
President Trump said Friday he is 'not satisfied' with Iran's newest proposal to end the war, as negotiations over reopening the Strait of Hormuz remain deadlocked. Iran delivered the proposal through Pakistani mediators, but it reportedly sidelines crucial nuclear program discussions that Trump has made a priority.
Trump Dismisses Iran's Proposal
President Donald Trump said on Friday that he's 'not satisfied' with Iran's latest proposal in negotiations to end war between the countries.
Negotiation Stalemate
Iran delivered a new proposal to the U.S. and President Donald Trump vowed to maintain a naval blockade, as the two sides pursue behind-the-scenes diplomacy to turn a fragile ceasefire into a lasting peace. Tehran relayed its latest position to Washington via Pakistan, which mediated a first round of direct negotiations last month.
Key Issues at Stake
The fate of the Strait of Hormuz—through which about a fifth of the world's oil and liquefied natural gas flowed before the war—lies at the heart of the current stalemate. Both Iran and the U.S. have signaled they are waiting for the other to move first before they agree to ease restrictions on traffic.
Congressional Deadline Looming
Under the War Powers Resolution of 1973, Congress must declare war or authorize the use of force within 60 days — a deadline that falls on Friday — or within 90 days if the president asks for an extension. But Congress made no attempt at enforcing that requirement.