Iran Says It Responded to Latest US Peace Proposal

Tehran has officially responded to the latest US proposal intended to broker an end to the ongoing conflict, signaling that diplomatic exchanges, facilitated by Pakistan as a mediator, are continuing. While Iranian media outlets have voiced concerns that Washington's demands are excessive, the foreign ministry has confirmed that Iran's core concerns have been conveyed to the American side.

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As we announced yesterday, our concerns were conveyed to the American side.

This latest development follows a series of proposals and counter-proposals between Iran and the United States since the conflict erupted on February 28. A fragile ceasefire has been in place since April 8, but the path to a lasting peace remains fraught with challenges. Iran maintains its firm stance on key demands, including the release of its assets frozen abroad and the lifting of long-standing sanctions, viewing these as non-negotiable points central to its negotiating position.

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exchanges were 'continuing through the Pakistani mediator'.

Iranian media, such as Fars and Mehr news agencies, have been critical of the US proposal, characterizing it as lacking tangible concessions and seeking gains that could not be achieved through military means. Reports suggest the US demands include limiting Iran to a single nuclear site and transferring its enriched uranium stockpile, while offering minimal concessions on frozen assets or reparations for war damages. This disparity in expectations highlights the significant gap that still needs to be bridged for a successful resolution.

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The points raised are Iranian demands that have been firmly defended by the Iranian negotiating team in every round of negotiations.

Despite the diplomatic complexities and the critical tone from domestic media, Iran's foreign ministry has reiterated its readiness for any eventuality, underscoring the nation's preparedness to defend its interests. The ongoing dialogue, however tense, represents a continued effort to de-escalate the situation and find a diplomatic solution, even as the underlying issues remain contentious.

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The United States, offering no tangible concessions, wants to obtain concessions that it failed to obtain during the war, which will lead to an impasse in the negotiations.