Iran Sends Response to US Ceasefire Proposal via Pakistan, Report Says

Tehran / Islamabad: Iran has reportedly sent its formal response to a United States ceasefire proposal through Pakistan, according to Iranian media reports.
The reports state that Pakistan is acting as a mediator and communication channel between Tehran and Washington due to the absence of direct diplomatic relations between the two countries.
The development comes as the United States and Iran explore options to reduce escalating tensions and bring an end to ongoing hostilities.
According to the reports, Washington had recently presented a peace framework aimed at stabilizing the region, which Iran has now reviewed before sending its official reply through Pakistani authorities.
Pakistan has for years played a “bridge role” in facilitating indirect communication between the two sides.
International news agency Reuters reported details of a US proposal believed to include a three-phase roadmap.
In the first phase, Iran and the US would formally announce a ceasefire. The second phase would focus on de-escalation in the Strait of Hormuz and the restoration of maritime traffic. The third phase would initiate 30 days of negotiations covering major political and nuclear issues.
The US is also reported to have presented a 14-point plan to Iran, under which Tehran would agree to halt uranium enrichment for at least 12 years and provide guarantees that it will not develop nuclear weapons.
The proposal also includes Iran handing over approximately 440 kilograms of 60% enriched uranium.
In return, the US would gradually ease economic sanctions, unfreeze billions of dollars in Iranian assets, and lift naval restrictions imposed on Iranian ports.
Reports suggest that both sides may agree to fully restore operations in the Strait of Hormuz within 30 days of signing any agreement, potentially stabilizing global oil supply chains and energy markets.
If successful, the deal could significantly reduce ongoing tensions in the Middle East and ease pressure on the global economy.