Foreign media reported that the Donald Trump administration rejected mediation proposals from Middle Eastern allies to end the Iran war that began with U.S.-Israel airstrikes.
On the 14th, Reuters, citing multiple sources, reported that Oman and Egypt, which had played a mediating role before the war, tried to reopen communication channels between the two sides, but the White House made it clear it is not interested in talks at this time.
A senior White House official said President Trump rejected attempts to start talks, saying, "(President Trump) is not interested in that right now. We will continue the mission without pause." The official added, "Maybe that day will come someday, but not right now."
There were also moves inside Iran to seek a cease-fire, but they reportedly failed. Reuters said Ali Larijani, senior adviser to the supreme leader and secretary-general of the Supreme National Security Council, and Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi also tried through Oman to push cease-fire talks involving U.S. Vice President JD Vance, but they did not come to fruition.
A senior Iranian source said Iran's stance has hardened. The source said, "What was previously conveyed through diplomatic channels now means nothing," and added, "The Revolutionary Guard strongly believes Iran will lose the war if it loses control of the Strait of Hormuz, so it will not accept any cease-fire, talks, or diplomatic efforts."