Trump says Iran asking for things he ‘can’t agree to’ in latest proposal
US President Donald Trump stated he is not satisfied with Iran's latest peace proposal, calling the terms ones he 'can’t agree to,' despite a ceasefire holding for three weeks. The proposal, relayed through Pakistan, has not broken the diplomatic deadlock, as both sides seek a resolution that preserves their strategic and political standing. Trump emphasized his preference for a deal but threatened renewed military action if negotiations fail.
- ▪Trump said Iran's latest proposal includes terms he cannot accept.
- ▪A ceasefire has been in place since April 8, following a US-Israeli attack on Iran on February 28.
- ▪Negotiations in Islamabad failed to produce a framework, and the Strait of Hormuz remains closed, affecting global energy shipments.
- ▪Iran wants the US to change its 'threatening rhetoric' and 'expansionist approach' as conditions for diplomacy.
- ▪Trump insists any deal must ensure Iran does not pursue nuclear weapons, which Iran denies seeking.
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News|ConflictTrump says Iran asking for things he ‘can’t agree to’ in latest proposalTrump says the Iranian offer sent via Pakistan contains terms he’s not satisfied with.ListenListen (3 mins)SaveClick here to share on social mediashare-nodesSharefacebookxwhatsapp-strokecopylinkgoogleAdd Al Jazeera on GoogleinfoDonald Trump speaks with the media before departing from the White House, May 1, 2026 [AFP]By Daniel Tari and ReutersPublished On 1 May 20261 May 2026Donald Trump has said that he is “not satisfied” with Iran’s latest peace proposal to end the war which has killed thousands and triggered a global energy crisis.Speaking to the media on Friday, the US president said he was uncertain whether a deal with Iran would be reached, warning that he would “blast them away” if negotiations…
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