Washington, United States – Web Desk: US Vice President JD Vance has confirmed that Iran’s initial 10-point ceasefire proposal has been rejected and discarded, with new discussions now underway involving both Iran and Pakistan.
Speaking to the media, Vance criticized misleading reports in the New York Times suggesting the US was negotiating the discarded plan. He emphasized that some Iranian figures were promoting an inaccurate version of the 10 points for propaganda purposes.
Responding to Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf’s comments, Vance noted that while Iran has proposed a 15-point plan, differences over only three points indicate that agreement on many issues is still possible.
Vance highlighted that Iran has agreed to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and engage in talks in Islamabad, but noted persistent distrust regarding intentions. He warned that any attempts at bargaining could lead to serious consequences.
On ceasefire violations and Lebanon, Vance clarified that Washington never promised that Lebanon would be part of the truce, and any disruption over Lebanon would be Tehran’s choice.
He also reported increased maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz, a decrease in oil prices, and reiterated that the US has leverage to negotiate sanctions relief in exchange for Iranian cooperation.
