WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump rejected Iran’s latest response to a U.S. ceasefire proposal on Monday, describing the document as unacceptable and saying the fragile truce between the two countries was on “life support.”
Trump made the remarks to reporters at the White House after reviewing Iran’s reply, which was delivered via Pakistani mediators on Sunday, according to U.S. officials. He told reporters the proposal fell short on key demands, particularly regarding Iran’s nuclear program.
“I would call it the weakest right now after reading that piece of garbage they sent us,” Trump said. “I would say the ceasefire is on life support.”
The comments came amid a fragile pause in hostilities that began after weeks of direct conflict between U.S. and Iranian forces. The fighting, which included exchanges of fire and U.S. strikes on Iranian targets, has disrupted shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and driven up global oil prices.
U.S. officials have said the American proposal sought a broader framework to end the fighting, including measures addressing Iran’s nuclear activities. Iranian officials, according to state media, described their response as reasonable and accused the U.S. of making unreasonable demands, including the lifting of sanctions and removal of the naval blockade on Iranian ports.
Details of the exact content of Iran’s latest proposal remained unclear late Monday. Iranian Foreign Ministry spokespeople have not issued an immediate public reaction to Trump’s rejection.
The development follows earlier indirect talks facilitated by Pakistan and comes as both sides continue to maintain military postures in the region. U.S. forces remain deployed to enforce the blockade, while Iran has kept pressure on key maritime routes.
White House officials said diplomatic channels remain open despite the setback. Trump has previously indicated willingness to negotiate further if Iran presents what he considers a serious offer.
As of Monday evening, the ceasefire agreement was still technically in place, though Trump’s characterization signaled deep skepticism about its durability. No immediate reports of new military engagements emerged following his comments.
