Iran Pushes for Dialogue While Reviewing U.S. Peace Proposal

Iran says it is reviewing a new United States-backed peace proposal aimed at ending months of escalating conflict in the Middle East, while calling for renewed “dialogue and diplomacy” to resolve tensions.

According to reports, Tehran is expected to deliver its official response through Pakistani mediators, who have been heavily involved in behind-the-scenes negotiations between both countries. 

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reportedly stressed the need for “dialogue and diplomacy” during talks with Pakistan’s foreign ministry as discussions over the proposed framework continue. 

The proposal under review is said to include a temporary end to hostilities, steps toward reopening the strategically important Strait of Hormuz, and a 30-day negotiation window for broader discussions surrounding Iran’s nuclear programme and sanctions relief. However, several major disagreements remain unresolved. 

U.S. President Donald Trump said Washington had held “very good talks” with Iran and expressed optimism that a deal could soon be reached. “It’s very possible we’ll make a deal,” Trump told reporters at the White House.

Despite the diplomatic tone, Iranian officials remain cautious. Iranian lawmakers and senior figures have criticised parts of the proposal, describing it as heavily tilted toward U.S. interests. Parliament spokesman Ebrahim Rezaei reportedly called the document “more of an American wish-list than a reality.”