Donald Trump Expresses Dissatisfaction Over Iran Proposal as Talks Stall
US President Donald Trump attended an event at the Raymond F. Kravis Center for the Performing Arts in West Palm Beach, Florida, on May 1, 2026.
Trump said he was “not satisfied” with Iran’s latest negotiating proposal, as peace talks remain stalled despite a ceasefire that has lasted several weeks. He attributed the deadlock to internal divisions within Iran’s leadership.
Iran reportedly submitted the draft proposal to mediator Pakistan on Thursday evening, according to IRNA, though details were not disclosed.
Speaking to reporters, Trump said, “At this moment I’m not satisfied with what they’re offering,” adding that there is “tremendous discord” within Iran’s leadership. He posed a stark choice between military action and diplomacy, stating he would prefer a peaceful resolution “on a human basis.”
The conflict, initiated by the United States and Israel through surprise strikes on February 28, has been paused since April 8. Only one round of direct negotiations has taken place, which ended unsuccessfully.
Amid growing domestic pressure to seek congressional approval for military action, Trump informed lawmakers on Friday that hostilities had been “terminated,” despite no significant changes in US military deployment.
Meanwhile, the Pentagon announced plans to withdraw around 5,000 US troops from Germany over the next year. This follows remarks by German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, who said Iran was “humiliating” Washington in negotiations.
Iran continues to control the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting major global supplies of oil, gas, and fertiliser. In response, the United States has imposed a counter-blockade on Iranian ports.
Although the ceasefire between Iran and the US has held, violence persists elsewhere. In Lebanon, Israeli strikes have continued despite a separate ceasefire with Hezbollah agreed in mid-April. Lebanon’s health ministry reported 13 deaths in southern strikes, including in Habboush.
At the same time, Washington has approved major arms deals in the Middle East, including a $4 billion Patriot missile agreement with Qatar and nearly $1 billion in advanced weapons systems for Israel.
Iran’s موقف: مذاکرات، مگر بغیر دباؤ کے
Iran’s judiciary chief, Gholamhossein Mohseni Ejei, stated that Iran has “never shied away from negotiations” but will not accept imposed peace terms while trying to avoid further conflict.
Reports suggest US envoy Steve Witkoff proposed amendments that would bring Iran’s nuclear programme back into negotiations. These include conditions preventing Iran from relocating enriched uranium or resuming activity at previously targeted sites.
Following news of the proposal, global oil prices briefly dropped by nearly 5%, although they remain significantly higher than pre-war levels due to the ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
A Tehran resident, Amir, described the situation as “being stuck in purgatory,” expressing skepticism about progress and predicting further military action.
قانونی اور سیاسی دباؤ
In Washington, debate continues over whether Trump has exceeded the legal deadline to seek congressional approval for the war. Officials argue the ceasefire pauses the 60-day requirement, but opposition Democrats dispute this claim.
Trump reiterated in letters to Congress that no clashes have occurred since April 7, asserting that hostilities have ended.
معاشی بحران اور انسانی اثرات
The economic consequences of the conflict are intensifying in Iran. The US has imposed new sanctions on currency firms and warned others against facilitating trade through Hormuz.
According to the US military, the blockade has halted $6 billion in Iranian oil exports, while inflation has surged beyond 50%.
A 28-year-old Iranian, Mahyar, said many people are struggling to afford basic necessities, adding that “some have nothing left at all.”
Iran’s Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, urged business owners to avoid layoffs and called for “economic and cultural jihad” against Iran’s adversaries.
عالمی ردعمل اور فوجی پیش رفت
Trump has also criticised allies for not contributing enough to efforts to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. While France and Britain are working on a joint initiative, the US is forming its own coalition to restore shipping routes.
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said US efforts would complement European initiatives.
Meanwhile, the USS Gerald R. Ford aircraft carrier has departed the Middle East after participating in operations against Iran, although two US carriers remain in the region.
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