Trump Rejects Iran's Peace Proposal Response, Dashing Hopes for Conflict Resolution

U.S. President Donald Trump has rejected Iran's response to a U.S.-backed proposal aimed at ending a 10-week-old conflict in the Middle East, calling Tehran's reply "totally unacceptable." The response, submitted via Pakistan, reportedly sought an immediate end to hostilities, lifting of sanctions, and guarantees for maritime safety. This development dashes hopes for an imminent peace, exacerbating concerns over disrupted shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and rising global energy prices, while causing damage in Iran and Lebanon.