US President Donald Trump said on Sunday he had reviewed Iran’s proposal to end the war and found it “not acceptable,” signaling a setback in ongoing back-channel diplomacy.
“It’s not acceptable to me. I’ve studied it… it’s not acceptable,” Trump told Israeli outlet Kan News, after earlier expressing skepticism about Tehran’s intentions.
His comments come as Iran confirmed it had received a US response to its own 14-point plan, delivered through Pakistani mediators, and is currently reviewing it.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said the proposal focuses strictly on ending the war and does not address nuclear issues.
“At this stage, we are not conducting nuclear negotiations,” he said.
Key gaps over ceasefire and conditions
Details emerging from Tehran suggest major differences between the two sides.
The US reportedly proposed a two-month ceasefire, while Iran pushed for resolving issues within 30 days and prioritising a full end to hostilities.
Iran’s plan includes demands for guarantees against further military action, the withdrawal of US forces from nearby regions, lifting sanctions and naval blockades, and unfreezing Iranian assets.
It also reportedly covers compensation and broader de-escalation across multiple fronts, including Lebanon, as well as a framework addressing the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global energy route.
