Iran has put forward a new peace initiative for the US, which involves opening the Strait of Hormuz, extending the ceasefire, or even a complete end to the war. At the same time, the issue of nuclear negotiations is proposed to be postponed to a later date.
This is reported by Finway
Details of the Iranian proposal
According to sources, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi emphasized during negotiations with representatives from Pakistan, Egypt, Turkey, and Qatar that there is still no unified approach within the Iranian leadership regarding responses to the latest US demands. The American administration insists on halting uranium enrichment by Iran for at least ten years and exporting already enriched uranium out of the country.
Tehran has conveyed a new proposal to Washington through Pakistani intermediaries: first, resolve the situation around the Strait of Hormuz and lift the American blockade, after which the ceasefire can be extended for a long time or even legally enshrined as the end of the war.
US reaction and next steps
Iran insists that negotiations on the nuclear program should only begin after the strait is opened, the blockade is lifted, and a new ceasefire agreement is reached. Reports indicate that the White House has already received this proposal, but it is currently unclear whether the US is ready to consider it.
“These are delicate diplomatic negotiations, and the US will not negotiate through the press. As the president said, the US has leverage, and they will only make a deal if the interests of the American people come first, and they will never allow Iran to have nuclear weapons,” said White House spokesperson Olivia Wells.
According to three American officials, on April 27, President Donald Trump plans to hold a meeting in the Situation Room with national security and foreign policy advisors regarding the situation with Iran.
Analysts note that lifting the blockade and ending the war could deprive President Trump of leverage during further negotiations on limiting Iran’s nuclear stockpiles and reaching agreements on suspending uranium enrichment. These issues remain the primary goals of Washington in its relations with Tehran.