What we know about Iran’s response to the latest US ceasefire proposal
Summary
Iran is reviewing a new peace plan from the United States aimed at ending their conflict, even as tensions and minor military clashes continue in the Strait of Hormuz. The US proposal would require Iran to stop nuclear activities and hand over enriched uranium, while the US would lift some sanctions and ease naval restrictions in return.Key Facts
- The US sent Iran a 14-point peace proposal requiring Iran to halt nuclear weapon development and uranium enrichment for 12 years.
- Iran would need to give up about 440 kilograms (970 pounds) of uranium enriched to 60 percent.
- In return, the US promised to gradually lift sanctions, release billions in frozen Iranian funds, and remove its naval blockade of Iranian ports.
- Both countries would reopen the Strait of Hormuz within 30 days after signing the agreement.
- Iran has not formally responded but described the proposal as unrealistic and criticized US claims of progress.
- Recent clashes involved attacks on Iranian and US naval vessels and missile strikes, though the ceasefire has not officially ended.
- Diplomatic talks continue with Pakistani mediation as both sides express some interest in negotiation.
- Billions of dollars in Iranian assets remain frozen due to longstanding US sanctions reversed in 2018 by President Trump.
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