Trump Says Iran’s Response to War-Ending Proposal Is ‘Totally Unacceptable’

President Trump declared Iran’s response to the war-ending proposal ‘totally unacceptable,’ escalating tensions in negotiations between the two countries. While the two sides were close to reaching a memorandum of understanding including a long-term suspension of uranium enrichment and guarantees of free passage through the Strait of Hormuz, Iran signaled a potential blockade. The US is increasing pressure for a maritime blockade.