Trump Says Iran Ceasefire Is on 'Massive Life Support'
US President Donald Trump said the month-long ceasefire with Iran is on 'massive life support'. He described Iran's counter-proposal to end the war as 'unbelievably weak'. The remark indicates that talks between Washington and Tehran are stalling.
Donald Trump told reporters that the ceasefire reached with Iran is extremely fragile. The president said Iran's counter-proposal fell well short of what Washington expects. Trump hinted that military options could be put back on the table if a deal is not reached.
Iran's foreign ministry said Tehran's proposal does not include 'excessive demands' and strengthens the ground for a solution. According to diplomatic sources cited by the BBC, Iran has presented five preconditions for a second round of talks with the US. The conditions include the lifting of certain sanctions.
Global markets saw oil prices climb again after the remarks. Brent crude pushed above $95 a barrel in late trading. European stock markets came under selling pressure in energy and aviation shares, while gold rose on safe-haven demand.
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