Iran Rejects US Ceasefire Plan, Unveils 10-Point Proposal to End War
Iran has rejected a ceasefire proposal and introduced a 10-point plan to end the ongoing war with the US and Israel. Iran’s state-run IRNA news agency said Tehran will accept only a permanent end to the conflict. The decision comes nearly five weeks into the war. Global attention remains high due to rising regional tensions. US President Donald Trump called the ceasefire plan a “significant step” but said it was not enough to end the fighting.
Pakistan-Brokered Framework Fails to Secure Immediate Truce
Reports said Pakistan helped broker a plan for an immediate ceasefire. The framework also suggested peace talks to finalise a deal within 15 to 20 days. Iran refused the offer and demanded long-term guarantees instead. Tehran signalled it will not accept a short pause in fighting. Officials said a complete end to hostilities must come first. The rejection has raised fears of further escalation in the region.
Key Points: Strait of Hormuz, Sanctions, and Uranium Enrichment Rights
Iran’s proposal includes a demand to end conflicts across the region. It also calls for a secure system for shipping through the Strait of Hormuz. Tehran wants recognition of its uranium enrichment rights under the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT). Iran also demanded the removal of US and international sanctions. Another key point includes stopping Israeli attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon. In return, Iran offered to lift its blockade of the Strait, but it would charge $2 million per vessel, with revenue shared with Oman.
Trump Issues Fresh Deadline and Threatens New Airstrikes
Trump warned Iran to reopen the Strait of Hormuz by midnight GMT on Tuesday. He said the US would launch heavy airstrikes if Iran fails to comply. Trump also claimed Iran could be “taken out” in one night. He threatened to target bridges and power plants across the country. He said he would not extend the deadline. The warning has triggered global concern over a wider war and fuel supply disruptions.and warned that the US would launch a new round of attacks if no agreement is reached. The situation has heightened global concern, as any escalation could further disrupt energy supplies and deepen instability across West Asia.
