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By Open Chronicle with Agencies
U.S. President Donald Trump has indicated he is unlikely to accept Iran’s latest proposal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict, according to reports citing sources familiar with internal discussions.
The proposal reportedly includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a move that could ease global energy disruptions, while postponing negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program to a later stage. However, this sequencing appears to have raised concerns within the U.S. administration.
During a meeting on Monday with senior national security officials, Trump is said to have expressed doubts about the plan, with one source suggesting the president is not inclined to move forward with the proposal in its current form.
Uncertainty also surrounds the internal dynamics within Iran’s leadership. U.S. officials reportedly remain unclear about who holds ultimate decision-making authority in Tehran, complicating efforts to reach a binding agreement.
Despite his skepticism, Trump has publicly avoided committing to a renewed military escalation. The U.S. bombing campaign remains paused following a ceasefire extension announced last week, leaving room for continued diplomatic engagement.
The White House has maintained a cautious stance, declining to outline the direction of ongoing discussions. Assistant press secretary Olivia Wales emphasized that negotiations are highly sensitive and should not be conducted through the media.
She reiterated that any agreement would need to align with U.S. strategic priorities, particularly the objective of preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons.
The situation highlights the fragile state of diplomacy, where competing priorities, security concerns, and geopolitical calculations continue to shape the path forward. With no clear resolution in sight, the next steps by Washington could prove decisive in determining whether the conflict moves toward de-escalation or renewed confrontation.