The White House continues to face mounting pressure from US citizens over rising gas prices caused by the Iranian blockade over the Strait of Hormuz.

An Iranian woman stands beneath a massive anti-American mural showing Donald Trump and the Strait of Hormuz in central Tehran, amid rising tensions between Iran and the United States.

WASHINGTON: President Donald Trump on Sunday dismissed Iran’s latest response to a US-backed peace proposal, calling it “completely unacceptable” and signalling that the months-long conflict in the Middle East is far from over. The rejection comes after weeks of diplomatic efforts aimed at ending the 10-week war that has devastated parts of Iran and Lebanon, disrupted global shipping routes and triggered sharp increases in international oil and gas prices.

Iranian state media reported that Tehran’s response focused heavily on securing a ceasefire across all conflict zones, particularly in Lebanon, while also demanding guarantees for the safety of commercial vessels navigating through the Strait of Hormuz. The strategic waterway remains partially blockaded, severely affecting global maritime trade and energy exports.

The ongoing crisis has intensified pressure on the White House as fuel prices continue to rise worldwide, sparking concerns among businesses, governments and consumers over the economic impact of the prolonged regional instability. Analysts warn that tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz could further disrupt global supply chains if diplomatic negotiations fail to progress.

Within hours of the Iranian proposal’s release, Trump dismissed it with a post on social media.

“I have just read the response from Iran’s so-called ‘Representatives’. I don’t like it – totally unacceptable,” Trump posted on Truth Social, without giving further details.

Trump Rejects Iran’s Peace Proposal Amid Rising Middle East Tensions

Iran Responds To US Peace Offer Through Pakistani Mediators

Iran reportedly delivered its response to the United States through Pakistani mediators, focusing on ending the war across the region, especially in Lebanon, while demanding guarantees over sanctions relief and maritime security in the Strait of Hormuz.