BREAKING: President Trump just SLAMMED the Iran regime — “They’ve been laughing at our country for years. They will be laughing NO LONGER.” Markets are reacting fast. Oil prices surging

Trump Rejects Iran’s Peace Proposal as “Totally Unacceptable,” Vows End to Decades of Weakness.

In a sharp escalation of rhetoric, President Donald Trump has firmly rejected Iran’s latest response to a U.S. peace proposal, labeling it “totally unacceptable” and signaling that America will no longer tolerate the regime’s provocations.

Trump took to social media to deliver a blunt message: “They’ve been laughing at our country for years. They will be laughing NO LONGER.” The statement comes amid heightened tensions in the Persian Gulf, where disruptions in the **Strait of Hormuz** — a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments — have sent energy markets reeling.

According to reports, Iran’s multipage response, relayed through Pakistani mediators, focused on ending the conflict on multiple fronts, including in Lebanon, and sought significant concessions. These reportedly included compensation, a degree of control over the Strait of Hormuz, and sanctions relief — without addressing core U.S. demands on Iran’s nuclear program or its stockpile of highly enriched uranium.

Trump’s swift dismissal highlights deep divisions in the negotiations. U.S. proposals have sought to tie any ceasefire to verifiable restrictions on Iran’s nuclear ambitions and the reopening of the vital waterway. Iranian state media emphasized ending the war and securing shipping lanes but avoided commitments on uranium enrichment or broader disarmament.

“This isn’t diplomacy — it’s the same old games,” a senior administration official told reporters on background. “The regime has spent decades funding terror, enriching uranium, and destabilizing the region. President Trump is putting strength and accountability first.”

Global oil markets responded immediately to the news. Brent crude and West Texas Intermediate futures jumped sharply, reflecting investor fears of prolonged disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Gasoline prices in the U.S. have climbed, with the national average approaching or exceeding $4.50 per gallon in some areas.

Energy analysts warn that any extended impasse could further strain supplies, though the Trump administration has signaled confidence in alternative routing and potential military measures to secure shipping lanes if needed.

The current standoff fits into a longer pattern. Trump has repeatedly accused Iran of “playing games” with the United States for nearly 50 years, citing attacks on U.S. personnel, support for proxy militias, and domestic repression — including the reported killing of protesters.

Administration officials say the president is giving diplomacy every opportunity but remains prepared to apply maximum pressure. “No more blank checks. No more weak deals,” one source close to the talks said.