Trump ‘unlikely to accept’ Iran’s proposal to end war

US President Donald Trump has signaled he is unlikely to accept Iran’s latest ceasefire proposal, which offers to reopen the blocked Strait of Hormuz while pushing discussions on Tehran’s nuclear ambitions to a later stage, according to CNN, citing two sources familiar with the matter.

White House meeting on Iran

During a Monday meeting with top national security officials, Trump shared his reservations about the plan, which was transmitted to Washington in recent days. One source indicated the president was not inclined to approve the proposal. US officials remain concerned about what they describe as internal divisions within Iran’s leadership, leaving it unclear who holds ultimate authority over any potential agreement.

Public skepticism and diplomatic silence

Publicly, Trump has voiced doubt about resuming US bombing operations, having extended a ceasefire last week. The White House has offered no specifics on the direction of ongoing negotiations. Assistant press secretary Olivia Wales told CNN: “These are sensitive diplomatic discussions and the US will not negotiate through the press. As the president has said, the United States holds the cards and will only make a deal that puts the American people first, never allowing Iran to have a nuclear weapon.”