Tehran, Iran – Web Desk: Iran has rejected a proposed ceasefire with the United States, demanding firm guarantees to prevent any future conflict, according to Turkish media reports.
Iranian officials stated that Washington is not prepared for a permanent ceasefire, adding that Tehran will not reopen the Strait of Hormuz under a temporary truce arrangement. The development signals continued tensions in the Middle East as diplomatic efforts struggle to gain traction.
Earlier, a senior Iranian official confirmed to Reuters that Tehran had received a draft ceasefire proposal prepared by Pakistan and is currently reviewing the document. The official emphasized that Iran would not accept any deadlines or external pressure in making its decision.
Reuters had previously reported that both the United States and Iran were presented with a broader peace plan aimed at ending hostilities. The proposal reportedly includes provisions for Iran to scale back or abandon its nuclear weapons ambitions as part of a final agreement.
The proposed framework, informally referred to as the “Islamabad Accord,” consists of two phases. The first phase calls for an immediate ceasefire and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a critical global oil shipping route. The second phase outlines negotiations to finalize a comprehensive agreement within 15 to 20 days.
If agreed upon, the deal would see Iran limit its nuclear program in exchange for the easing of international sanctions and the release of frozen assets. The framework also includes a regional mechanism for managing security and navigation in the Strait of Hormuz.
Final negotiations are expected to take place in Islamabad if both sides move forward with the proposal. However, Iran’s latest stance underscores the challenges facing diplomatic efforts amid heightened geopolitical tensions.
