After US President Donald Trump indicated to reject Iran’s new peace proposal, Iran has said that the next step now completely depends on America. Speaking to foreign diplomats in Tehran, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi stressed that it is now for the US to decide whether it adopts the path of diplomacy or continues a confrontational attitude. He further said that Iran is fully prepared for both the situations.
accept the offer
Speaking to reporters before boarding Air Force One on Saturday, Trump said he would review Tehran’s proposal but expressed doubt over its chances of success. Trump said that Iran has not yet paid a sufficient price for its actions.
he adds, "I will tell you more about this later. Posting on social media soon after, Trump wrote that he could not imagine accepting the offer, arguing that Iran had not yet faced sufficient punishment for its actions against humanity and the world over the past 47 years.
14-point proposal sent through Pakistan
Iran’s two semi-official news agencies, Tasnim and Fars, reported that Tehran has sent a new 14-point peace proposal to the US through the mediation of Pakistan. This development has come at a time when a temporary ceasefire has been in effect since April 8, following the initial ceasefire established between the US and Israel in late February. Washington has made it clear that the conflict will not end until a concrete agreement is reached that effectively prevents Iran from developing nuclear weapons.
What are the main demands of the proposal?
Tehran’s 14-point proposal offers a comprehensive framework aimed at achieving peace on all fronts. "end the war" Which also includes tensions related to Lebanon. Rejecting the idea of just a temporary ceasefire, the proposal seeks to establish a permanent solution within a time frame of 30 days.
Iran has demanded the withdrawal of US troops from the region and the lifting of naval sanctions and blockade as security guarantees to prevent future attacks. Iran has demanded the removal of its assets from the freeze as well as compensation for losses caused by sanctions and military pressure. On the economic front, Iran has demanded the removal of all sanctions imposed by the US and the international community. Apart from this, the proposal calls for establishing a new framework for the Strait of Hormuz so that the smooth flow of maritime trade can be ensured.
Trump indicated military action
Speaking at an event in Florida, Trump did not rule out the possibility of military action and said it was certainly an option. The US has issued a warning to shipping companies warning them that they could face tough sanctions if they pay Iran in any way to ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.
Since the beginning of hostilities, Iran has maintained control over the Strait of Hormuz. In response, America has imposed a naval blockade on Iranian ports, which has caused huge damage to Tehran’s economy. As a result of this impasse, oil prices have increased by almost 50 percent.
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