Iranian adviser accuses Trump of blocking peace talks

A senior advisor to Iran's Supreme Leader has accused U.S. President Donald Trump of undermining diplomatic efforts for a third time, citing the continuation of a naval blockade and what he described as excessive demands in ongoing negotiations. Mohsen Rezaei made the remarks amid uncertainty over a proposed peace deal intended to de-escalate regional tensions.

Rezaei stated that by maintaining maritime restrictions and insisting on stringent conditions, the U.S. president has demonstrated a lack of genuine interest in talks. His comments followed a White House meeting on Friday where President Trump concluded discussions without announcing a decision on a proposed memorandum of understanding with Tehran. Instead, Trump outlined a series of conditions on his social media platform, including a demand that Iran permanently renounce nuclear weapons and reopen the Strait of Hormuz to shipping without imposing tolls.

The proposed agreement reportedly aimed to extend a ceasefire by 60 days, reopen the vital strait, and pave the way for negotiations on Iran's nuclear program. However, Iranian officials have cast doubt on whether the U.S. has lifted its naval blockade as announced, with...