Iran has officially declined a 15-point peace proposal from the United States aimed at ending the ongoing regional war. According to Iranian state media, Tehran insists that any cessation of hostilities will occur only on its own terms and timeline. This development follows reports that Pakistan acted as a diplomatic intermediary, delivering the American proposal to Iranian officials in an effort to de-escalate the volatile situation in the Gulf.
Iran has responded negatively to an American proposal aimed at ending the ongoing imposed war, insisting that any cessation of hostilities will only occur on Tehran's own terms and timeline, a senior political-security official told Press TV on Wednesday.https://t.co/2foRQj5kJw
— Press TV 🔻 (@PressTV) March 25, 2026
The rejection comes amid high stakes for global energy markets. While oil prices initially dipped on hopes of a diplomatic breakthrough, the latest stance from Tehran has reintroduced a layer of uncertainty. A senior Iranian political-security official stated that Iran would not allow the US administration to dictate the conclusion of the conflict, labeling previous negotiation attempts as deceptive and disconnected from reality.
To move forward, Iran has outlined five specific conditions for ending the war. These include a complete halt to all acts of aggression and assassinations by the enemy and the establishment of concrete mechanisms to ensure the conflict is not reimposed. Additionally, Tehran is demanding guaranteed reparations for war damages and a comprehensive conclusion of the war across all fronts, involving all regional resistance groups. Crucially, Iran asserts its right to exercise sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz as a legal guarantee for the implementation of any future commitments.
Meanwhile, diplomatic efforts continue as Pakistan and Turkiye remain potential venues for future discussions. Pakistani security officials confirmed they are awaiting a formal reply from Tehran after Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar followed up with his Iranian counterpart. On the other side, Israeli cabinet sources indicated that the US proposal included strict terms such as the removal of enriched uranium stocks and a halt to Iran's ballistic missile program. As diplomatic channels remain strained, reports suggest the Pentagon is preparing to increase its military presence in the Gulf, adding further tension to an already precarious global situation.
