Trump Rejects Iranian Proposal Amid Tensions Over Ceasefire

May 12, 2026 • Al Jazeera

Trump Rejects Iranian Proposal Amid Tensions Over Ceasefire

Iran’s Parliamentary Speaker Proposes US Acceptance of 14-Point Proposal

In a recent statement, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, the speaker of Iran’s parliament, has reiterated that the United States has no alternative but to accept Tehran’s proposed 14-point plan to bring an end to the ongoing conflict.

According to Ghalibaf, the US must comply with the proposal, which outlines specific conditions for a peaceful resolution. The proposal, put forth by Iranian officials, includes various measures aimed at reducing tensions and promoting dialogue between the two nations.

Details of the proposal have not been made public, but it is reported that it encompasses multiple aspects, including security guarantees, economic cooperation, and diplomatic engagement. The exact terms of the proposal remain unclear, but Ghalibaf’s statement suggests that the US has no choice but to accept its conditions.

Ghalibaf’s comments come as tensions between Iran and the US continue to escalate. The conflict has been ongoing for several years, with both sides engaging in a series of diplomatic exchanges and military build-ups.

The Iranian speaker’s assertion that the US must comply with the proposal has sparked interest among observers, who are watching the situation closely. The implications of Ghalibaf’s statement are still unclear, but it is evident that the proposal remains a key point of contention between Iran and the US.

Further details on the proposal and its terms have not been released, and it remains to be seen how the US will respond to Ghalibaf’s assertion.

Source: Al Jazeera