US President Trump Rejects Iranian Proposal Amid Ongoing Conflict
May 2, 2026 • Al Jazeera
US President Donald Trump has expressed his dissatisfaction with Iran’s latest peace proposal, stating that it includes demands he cannot agree to. The proposal, according to Trump, would require concessions that are not acceptable to him.
In response to the proposal, the US government has issued a warning to ships transiting the Strait of Hormuz. If these vessels pay tolls or fees to Iran, they may face US sanctions.
Separately, a recent poll conducted by the Washington Post-ABC News-Ipsos found that 61 percent of Americans believe President Trump’s use of military force against Iran was a mistake.
The details of the Iranian peace proposal are not specified in the report. However, it is clear that the proposal includes demands that have caused tension between the US and Iran.
The US government has taken a firm stance on maritime activity linked to Iran, signaling a tougher approach to interactions with the country. The exact implications of this stance are unclear at present.
It is worth noting that President Trump’s comments on the peace proposal come as tensions between the US and Iran remain high.
Source: Al Jazeera