Trump says Iran has not yet ‘paid a big enough price’ as he reviews new peace proposal
Summary
President Donald Trump said he will review a new peace proposal from Iran but doubts it will be acceptable because Iran has not yet faced enough consequences. The proposal includes several demands from Iran, such as lifting sanctions and ending the war, while the U.S. continues to push for a deal that stops Iran from developing nuclear weapons.Key Facts
- Iran sent the U.S. a new 14-point peace proposal through Pakistan.
- President Trump expressed skepticism about the proposal’s chances, saying Iran hasn’t “paid a big enough price.”
- A ceasefire has been in place since April 8 during a war that began in February with U.S. and Israeli strikes.
- Iran wants U.S. forces to withdraw, sanctions lifted, frozen assets released, and compensation paid.
- The U.S. demands that Iran halt its nuclear weapons program, which Iran claims is peaceful.
- The war has affected the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for oil and gas exports.
- The U.S. warned that companies could face sanctions for paying Iran to allow safe passage through the strait.
- Oil prices have risen about 50% compared to prewar levels due to the conflict and related sanctions.
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