Washington, May 11: Iran has submitted a draft proposal to the United States for negotiations. In response, President Donald Trump has firmly rejected the proposal, stating it is completely unacceptable.
In a post on Truth Social, Trump expressed, “I just read the so-called ‘representatives’ from Iran. I did not like it, absolutely not! Thank you for your attention to this matter.”
Iran sent its proposal to the U.S. through mediation by Pakistan, shortly before Trump’s statement was released.
Pakistani Prime Minister Shahbaz Sharif confirmed that Tehran had responded, but did not share detailed information regarding the response.
Iranian state media reported that Tehran’s reply focused specifically on ending hostilities in the region. Other Iranian media outlets indicated that Tehran demanded an official end to hostilities, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, the withdrawal of U.S. Navy ships enforcing a blockade, the lifting of sanctions, and an additional 30 days for negotiations.
Additionally, Iran reportedly proposed that discussions about its nuclear program be addressed separately in future talks.
Later, President Trump accused Iran of playing games with the U.S. and warned that Iran would not be pleased moving forward.
Meanwhile, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that Iran must clarify that it does not seek nuclear weapons, which Washington considers essential for a peace agreement.
Prior to Iran’s response, the Trump administration had sent a 14-point proposal through mediators last week. Reports suggest that this framework included demands related to Tehran’s nuclear activities and commitments to regional security.
This diplomatic exchange occurred amid ongoing military tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and surrounding areas. Reports indicate that Iran attacked three U.S. Navy destroyers on Thursday, claiming these ships were intruding into waters that Tehran asserts control over.
Iran stated that it used ballistic missiles, cruise missiles, and drones, claiming significant damage was inflicted. However, U.S. officials denied these claims, stating that the destroyers exited without any damage. Prior to this, the U.S. had attacked two Iranian-flagged tankers, asserting they were attempting to breach a naval blockade near the Gulf of Oman.
Subsequently, the U.S. military targeted positions near Kish Island and Bandar Abbas along Iran’s southern coast.
The regional tension has spread beyond Iran’s shores. Qatar’s Ministry of Defense reported that a commercial cargo ship coming from Abu Dhabi was struck by a drone near Doha, causing minor fire damage.
Rubio and White House Middle East envoy Steve Vitkoff discussed efforts to end hostilities with Qatari Prime Minister Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al Thani on Saturday.
According to a statement from Qatar, the discussions included attempts at Pakistani mediation aimed at reducing tensions and enhancing security and stability in the region.
Later, the State Department emphasized the importance of close coordination to prevent threats and promote stability and security throughout the Middle East.
U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Mike Waltz told ABC News on Sunday that negotiations are slow and lengthy due to Iran’s leadership being quite weak and fragmented.
Regarding the ongoing tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, Waltz stated, “That is why we are bringing another UN resolution stating that Iran cannot act this way. No country can do what Iran is doing in international waterways.”
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