President Donald Trump has delivered a high-stakes warning to the Iranian government, claiming that their time to negotiate a peace deal is almost up. Trump stated that Iranian negotiators are “begging” for a deal in private because their military has been “obliterated” with “zero chance of a comeback.” He dismissed Tehran’s public claim that they are merely “reviewing” the 15-point U.S. proposal, calling their stance a deliberate attempt to mislead the world.
The ongoing conflict, which began in late February 2026, has seen the most significant destruction of Iranian military assets in history. The U.S. 15-point ceasefire plan seeks to prevent future aggression by requiring Iran to dismantle its nuclear and missile programs and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The proposal also includes a mechanism for sanctions relief, provided that Iran accepts permanent international monitoring of its military facilities.
Tehran’s response has been to issue its own set of demands, including a call for reparations for the lives and property lost during the war. They have also insisted on sovereign control over the Strait of Hormuz, a demand that is at odds with international maritime law and the U.S. Navy’s presence in the region. These conflicting proposals have led to a stalemate, even as mediators from Pakistan and Turkey attempt to broker a face-to-face meeting.
The humanitarian impact of the 2026 war is severe, with over 2,600 combined deaths in Iran and Lebanon and millions of people displaced. The conflict has also claimed the lives of 13 U.S. military personnel, highlighting the dangers of the current military posture. Energy markets have remained volatile as the closure of the Strait of Hormuz has cut off a vital supply route for the world’s oil.
As the April 6 deadline approaches, President Trump has indicated that he is losing patience with the “strange” behavior of the Iranian negotiators. He warned that if a deal is not reached soon, there will be “no turning back,” suggesting that the U.S. will move to permanently dismantle Iran’s energy and military infrastructure. The global community remains on edge as the risk of a total regional collapse continues to grow.