Tehran, Iran — Iran has rejected a U.S.-backed 15-point ceasefire proposal as fighting intensifies across the Middle East, with both sides signaling little immediate progress toward de-escalation. The plan, delivered through Pakistani intermediaries, reportedly included provisions on sanctions relief, nuclear limits, missile restrictions, and reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian officials said any ceasefire would depend on their own conditions, including a full halt to military actions, compensation for damages, and recognition of Iranian sovereignty over key waterways. State media emphasized that negotiations would not proceed until those demands are met.
As diplomatic efforts stalled, regional tensions escalated. Iranian forces launched missile strikes targeting Israel and U.S. positions in Kuwait, Jordan, and Bahrain, while a drone attack struck Kuwait International Airport, causing a fire. Oil markets reacted sharply, with Brent crude prices rising significantly since the conflict began.
President Donald Trump said the U.S. was actively engaged in negotiations involving senior officials, including Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President JD Vance. However, Iranian officials rejected that claim, asserting no direct talks were underway.
The developments highlight widening gaps between both sides as the conflict enters its second month, with ongoing military exchanges complicating efforts to secure a ceasefire agreement.
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