Trump says Iran attack on ‘hold’: What we know about latest negotiations
Summary
President Donald Trump has paused a planned attack on Iran after leaders from Gulf countries requested a hold while peace talks continue. Iran has sent a new peace proposal through Pakistan, and both sides are negotiating to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons, but key disagreements remain.Key Facts
- President Trump paused a planned attack on Iran following requests from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE.
- Iran submitted a revised 14-point peace plan through Pakistan to the United States.
- A temporary ceasefire started on April 8, stopping much of the fighting for six weeks.
- Saudi Arabia intercepted three drones after a drone attack hit a UAE nuclear plant.
- Iran demands include releasing frozen assets, lifting sanctions, and compensation for damage from US-Israeli attacks.
- The US demands Iran dismantle its nuclear program and end a naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz.
- A main issue is Iran’s enriched uranium stockpile; the US wants Iran to give it up, but Iran resists or may only agree to hand it over to a third party.
- Direct talks mediated by Pakistan have stalled, and the ceasefire’s future is uncertain.
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