President Donald Trump said Friday that Iran’s latest proposal to end the ongoing conflict is unacceptable, signaling that further military action remains a possibility if negotiations fail.
Speaking at the White House, Trump indicated that recent talks had not produced meaningful progress. He said Iran is making demands he cannot agree to, despite what he described as a strong desire from Tehran to reach a deal.
The latest proposal was reportedly delivered through intermediaries, as indirect diplomacy continues amid tensions. However, key sticking points remain unresolved, particularly around Iran’s nuclear ambitions and broader regional security concerns.
The administration has maintained that any agreement must include firm commitments preventing Iran from developing a nuclear weapon. Iranian officials, meanwhile, have pushed for issues like reopening critical shipping routes, including the Strait of Hormuz, to be addressed as part of any deal.
Trump suggested that internal divisions within Iran’s leadership are complicating negotiations. He described their negotiating position as inconsistent, saying different representatives appear to be sending conflicting messages.
Despite the stalled talks, Trump emphasized that both diplomatic and military paths remain open. He acknowledged that while he would prefer to avoid further conflict, additional strikes are still under consideration if a deal cannot be reached.
Officials involved in negotiations, including Special Envoy Steve Witkoff, have reportedly pushed for stricter terms in recent exchanges, including limits on Iran’s handling of enriched nuclear material during talks.
The situation comes as the conflict reaches a key legal threshold under the War Powers Resolution of 1973, which typically requires congressional approval for extended military engagement. However, administration officials argue that the current conditions, including a ceasefire and ongoing naval actions, complicate how that law applies.
Iran’s top diplomat, Abbas Araghchi, has been in contact with regional counterparts as part of ongoing diplomatic efforts, though no breakthrough has been announced.
Trump expressed confidence that the conflict could end relatively soon but made clear that the United States is not prepared to accept terms it views as insufficient.
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