Iran rejects long truce, seeks 30-day deal in 14-point plan to US

Iran has formally responded to a US-backed 9-point proposal with a detailed 14-point plan, outlining its conditions for ending ongoing hostilities, according to Tasnim News Agency.

The response, delivered via a Pakistani intermediary, signals Tehran’s intent to move beyond a temporary ceasefire toward a comprehensive resolution of the conflict. While Washington had proposed a two-month ceasefire, Iran has rejected the idea of a prolonged truce, instead insisting that all core issues be resolved within 30 days.

At the heart of Iran’s proposal are sweeping demands aimed at reshaping the security and economic framework of the region. These include guarantees against future military aggression, the withdrawal of US forces from areas surrounding Iran, and an end to what Tehran describes as a naval blockade.

Iran has also called for the release of its blocked financial assets, payment of reparations, and the lifting of sanctions, longstanding points of contention in its relations with the US.

Beyond bilateral issues, Tehran’s plan expands the scope of de-escalation, demanding an end to fighting across all fronts, including in Lebanon. It also proposes the establishment of a new mechanism to govern security and navigation in the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy chokepoint.

Iran is now awaiting an official response from Washington, with the next phase of diplomatic engagement hinging on how the US addresses these demands.

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