US-Israel-Iran War News Live Updates: Iran says its peace proposal 'not excessive', accuses US of 'unreasonable demands'
Iran rejected US demands in ceasefire talks, calling its proposal 'not excessive' while accusing Washington of 'unreasonable demands' through Pakistani mediators; US President Donald Trump dismissed Tehran’s latest response as 'TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE!' and warned of potential military action if negotiations fail. The Strait of Hormuz remains a flashpoint, with Iran criticizing a US-backed UN resolution as 'politically motivated' and escalating tensions over maritime security, while Israel expands strikes in southern Lebanon against Hezbollah-linked positions amid widening regional instability.
The US-Iran conflict has intensified as diplomatic efforts stall and military tensions rise in the Strait of Hormuz. Iran’s latest ceasefire proposal, delivered via Pakistani mediators, was rejected by US President Donald Trump, who called it 'TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE!' and threatened resumed military action if negotiations collapse. Tehran insists its demands—including ending the blockade and restoring normal maritime transit—are reasonable, while accusing the US of imposing 'unreasonable demands.' At the United Nations, Iran condemned a US-backed resolution on the Strait of Hormuz crisis as 'politically motivated,' warning member states against supporting it. The Strait remains a critical flashpoint, with reports of drone attacks, ship fires, and security threats disrupting one of the world’s most vital energy corridors. Iran insists the only solution is ending the war and lifting blockades. Meanwhile, Israel has escalated military operations in southern Lebanon, targeting positions allegedly linked to Hezbollah. The group claims it has retaliated with multiple attacks despite ongoing ceasefire discussions, further destabilizing the region. Gulf nations report increased drone intrusions and maritime attacks, raising fears of broader conflict in West Asia. Iran’s nuclear program remains a major obstacle to peace. The International Atomic Energy Agency confirms Iran has accumulated highly enriched uranium nearing weapons-grade purity. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated that the war cannot end unless Iran’s enriched uranium is removed, while Iran insists it will defend its nuclear facilities against any attack. Global powers are deepening involvement in the crisis. Russian President Vladimir Putin reiterated Moscow’s offer to relocate Iran’s enriched uranium, while France and Britain discuss Gulf maritime security initiatives. Iran has warned that any foreign military intervention in the Strait of Hormuz will face a strong response. The escalating confrontation has disrupted global markets, pushed up oil prices, and disrupted shipping in the Gulf. Concerns grow that further escalation involving Iran, Israel, and the US could trigger a wider regional conflict with severe economic and geopolitical consequences.
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