U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Saturday that he will “review” a new proposal from Iran to resolve the conflict in the Middle East, after previously rejecting an Iranian offer and threatening to “obliterate” the country.
The deadlock continues despite a ceasefire declared on April 8, following around 40 days of U.S.-Israeli bombardments and Iranian retaliatory strikes across the region.
An Iranian military official said it is “possible” that war with the United States could resume, as post-war negotiations held in Islamabad on April 11 failed to bridge major differences, ranging from the Strait of Hormuz to Iran’s nuclear program.
“I will soon review a plan just sent to us by Iran, but I cannot imagine it would be acceptable, because they have not paid a sufficient price for what they have done to humanity and the world over the past 47 years,” Trump said on Truth Social.
When asked in Florida whether he would order a resumption of bombing, Trump replied: “I don’t want to say that… If they behave improperly… we’ll see. It’s a possibility.”
14-point plan
According to Iranian media, Tehran sent Washington a 14-point plan via Pakistan to end the war within 30 days.
The proposal reportedly includes:
- withdrawal of U.S. forces from areas near Iran
- lifting the blockade on Iranian ports
- release of frozen Iranian assets
- payment of reparations
- removal of sanctions
- a mechanism for the Strait of Hormuz
- declaration of the end of war on all fronts, including Lebanon
The nuclear issue was not detailed, although it remains central for the U.S. and Israel, which accuse Iran of pursuing nuclear weapons—claims Tehran denies.
Trump reiterated Friday that he is “not satisfied” with the proposal and warned that restarting the war remains an option.
Iranian officials responded that Tehran is ready for any scenario, stating “the ball is in the U.S.’s court.”
Ongoing tensions
Although airstrikes have paused, tensions remain high. The U.S. maintains a blockade on Iranian ports, while Iran has effectively restricted traffic through the Strait of Hormuz—a key route for global oil supply.
The conflict has killed thousands, mainly in Iran and Lebanon, and continues to impact the global economy, with oil prices reaching their highest levels since 2022.
In Lebanon, Israeli airstrikes resumed, killing at least three people in the south, while targeting Hezbollah infrastructure.
Meanwhile, inside Iran, daily life is marked by inflation, unemployment, and fear. Residents report anxiety and instability, with one citizen describing frequent panic attacks amid ongoing uncertainty.
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