- The US has proposed a 15‑point ceasefire plan to Iran via Pakistani intermediaries amid the Middle East conflict.
- The plan calls for Iran to dismantle nuclear facilities, halt uranium enrichment, curb missile work, and stop proxy support.
- Iran, in turn, seeks closure of US bases in the Gulf, reparations, and guarantees for Strait of Hormuz secur
As the Middle East conflict entered its third week, the United States has proposed a 15-point ceasefire plan to Iran through intermediaries, including Pakistan, which had earlier positioned itself as a mediator, according to media reports. However, there is no clarity yet on Israel's stance on the proposal.
Key highlights of the 15-point plan:
- Iran to dismantle key nuclear facilities, including Natanz, Fordow, and Isfahan.
- Complete halt to uranium enrichment within Iranian territory.
- Transfer of highly enriched uranium stockpile to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
- Grant full access to IAEA for extensive monitoring of nuclear activities.
- Suspend ballistic missile programme.
- End support, funding, and arming of regional proxy groups.
- Ensure continued security and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz for global shipping.
- In return, nuclear-related international sanctions on Iran to be lifted.
- US to assist and monitor Iran's civil nuclear programme.
- Removal of the “snapback” sanctions mechanism that allows previously lifted United Nations sanctions to be reimposed.
Iran's list of demands
- Additional charges for passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
- Closure of all US military bases in the Gulf region.
- Lifting of all sanctions as part of any agreement to end the conflict.
- Israel ceasefire on Iran and Lebanon.
The US and Israel have targeted multiple Iranian defence systems, launchers, fuel production facilities, and nuclear infrastructure since the war began on February 28. In retaliation, Iran has carried out strikes on Israel and neighbouring Gulf countries. The country is believed to have a stock of around 440 kg of highly enriched uranium.
Prominent leaders are engaging in dialogue amid the war. US President Donald Trump said the aim was to ensure Iran does not have a nuclear weapon. “We're talking about that, and I don't want to say in advance, but they've agreed they will never have a nuclear weapon. They've agreed to that.”
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