Iran rejects temporary ceasefire, submits 10-point plan
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- Tehran refuses interim truce, calls for permanent end to war with binding guarantees.
- Proposal includes sanctions relief, Strait of Hormuz security, post-war reconstruction.
Iran has formally rejected a temporary ceasefire proposal put forward by the United States, instead submitting a 10-point plan demanding a permanent end to the war.
The response was delivered through Pakistan after what Iranian officials described as two weeks of high-level internal deliberations, according to state news agency IRNA.
Permanent resolution demanded
Iran’s proposal dismisses the idea of a short-term truce, citing “previous experiences” that it says undermine temporary agreements. Instead, Tehran is calling for a comprehensive settlement aligned with its strategic priorities.
Officials stressed that any resolution must ensure a lasting end to hostilities rather than a pause in fighting.
Core demands outlined
The 10-point plan sets out key conditions, including the full lifting of sanctions and guarantees for secure navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global energy corridor.
It also calls for an end to wider regional conflicts and outlines provisions for post-war reconstruction.
Military context shapes timing
The proposal comes amid recent military developments in western and central Iran. Iranian state media claims the timing reflects what it describes as Tehran’s “upper hand” following the reported failure of a United States heliborne operation.
While such claims remain unverified, they signal Iran’s attempt to strengthen its negotiating position.
Shifting US stance
The report also points to what it describes as a shift in Washington’s approach, noting that US President Donald Trump has extended previous deadlines and appeared to step back from earlier threats.
What’s next
Attention now turns to Washington’s response and the role of Pakistani intermediaries in assessing the feasibility of the proposal. The coming days are likely to determine whether diplomatic channels can gain traction or if the conflict will continue to escalate.
