Iran Reviews US Proposal Amid Rising War Threats

TEHRAN: (Web Desk) – Iran said it is reviewing a fresh proposal from the United States aimed at ending tensions in the Middle East, while President Donald Trump stated that negotiations are hanging between a breakthrough agreement and possible renewed military action. Trump noted that talks are nearing a critical stage and warned that diplomacy could collapse quickly if Washington does not receive what he called “fully satisfactory answers” from Tehran.

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baqaei confirmed that Tehran had received the latest American proposals and was carefully reviewing them. He reiterated Iran’s key demands, including access to frozen financial assets and the lifting of restrictions affecting Iranian ports and trade routes.

Meanwhile, Iran’s senior negotiator Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf accused Washington of preparing conditions for another confrontation after Trump renewed warnings of military strikes if negotiations fail. Ghalibaf stressed that Iran would answer any aggression firmly, while the Revolutionary Guards cautioned that any future conflict could expand beyond the Middle East region.

Although an April 8 ceasefire stopped direct fighting between Iran, the United States, and Israel, political tensions and verbal threats continue. Trump has repeatedly hinted at possible military action, while Iranian officials insist they are prepared to retaliate if attacked again.

Pakistan has continued diplomatic efforts to reduce tensions and help secure a permanent settlement. Iranian state media reported that Pakistan’s interior minister arrived in Tehran for another round of talks, signaling ongoing mediation attempts between the rival sides.

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Global markets reacted cautiously to signs of possible diplomatic progress. Oil prices dropped sharply and US stocks climbed after Trump suggested that an agreement might be close. However, investors remain concerned because earlier negotiations repeatedly stalled without producing lasting results.

Despite the ceasefire, shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remains heavily disrupted. The strategic waterway, responsible for transporting a major share of global oil and liquefied natural gas supplies, continues to face restrictions, increasing fears about rising energy and food prices worldwide.