Donald Trump said he is reviewing a fresh proposal from Iran aimed at ending the ongoing conflict, after Tehran delivered the document to Pakistan as part of mediation efforts. Speaking before boarding Air Force One, Trump noted that he had seen the proposal’s concept and was awaiting its full wording before making a final assessment.
Meanwhile, Iranian officials confirmed that the new plan, described as a 14-point framework, was sent in response to an earlier US proposal and seeks a permanent resolution to the conflict. Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi briefed foreign envoys in Tehran, stressing that Iran remains committed to diplomacy while also prepared to respond firmly to any aggression.
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Furthermore, Pakistan has played a central role in facilitating dialogue between the two sides, hosting earlier negotiations in Islamabad shortly after a ceasefire was reached in April. Although those talks ended without a breakthrough, both sides have continued indirect communication, indicating that diplomatic channels remain open despite deep disagreements.
However, Trump has expressed dissatisfaction with previous Iranian proposals, stating that Tehran’s demands are not acceptable and warning that negotiations remain complicated. He reiterated that the United States will not allow Iran to develop nuclear weapons, while also facing domestic pressure to address disruptions in global energy supplies caused by the conflict.
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At the same time, tensions have intensified over maritime security, with Iranian officials criticising US actions against their vessels and calling them violations of international law. Global concern has also grown over restrictions in the Strait of Hormuz, where disruptions have affected nearly 20 percent of global oil and gas flows.
Despite the fragile ceasefire holding for now, uncertainty continues to surround the negotiations, as both sides balance diplomatic efforts with strategic caution. Iran has indicated readiness for either continued dialogue or confrontation, placing the responsibility on Washington to decide the next course of action.