US President Donald Trump described the ceasefire as being on “massive life support” during remarks to reporters at the Oval Office on Monday. He said the agreement was “unbelievably weak” despite holding for now.

His comments came shortly after Iran sent a counter-offer to Washington on Sunday, outlining conditions for ending the conflict and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important oil shipping routes.

According to Iranian reports, Tehran’s proposal included an immediate end to fighting across all fronts, including Israeli attacks linked to Iran-backed Hezbollah in Lebanon. Iran also demanded an end to the US naval blockade on Iranian ports, guarantees against future attacks and compensation for war damage.

The proposal further stressed Iran’s sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz.

However, Trump strongly rejected the offer, calling it “totally unacceptable” and describing it as “a piece of garbage”.

Following the US president’s remarks, Iranian parliamentary speaker Mohammad Ghalibaf responded through posts on X, saying Iran’s armed forces were fully prepared to answer any aggression.

He added that there was “no alternative” but for the United States to recognize the rights of the Iranian people under Tehran’s 14-point proposal.

“The longer they drag their feet, the more American taxpayers will pay for it,” Ghalibaf said.

Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei defended Tehran’s demands, describing them as “responsible” and “generous”.

The latest developments show how fragile the ceasefire remains, with both Washington and Tehran standing firm on their positions while the world watches closely for what comes next.