Iran rejects US ceasefire plan and submits its own amid push for talks

March 25, 2026

TL;DR

Iran rejected a US ceasefire proposal delivered via Pakistan and presented its own five-point plan.
Iran's plan demands an end to fighting, guarantees against further conflict, reparations, and continued control over the Strait of Hormuz.
The White House described discussions as continuing and productive, with President Trump open to listening.
Intermediaries delivered a 15-point ceasefire proposal to Iran, which included sanctions relief and dismantling Tehran's nuclear program.
Iran described the US proposal as 'extremely maximalist and unreasonable'.
Both sides continued military actions, with Iran launching drones and missiles and Israel continuing its bombardment.
The US is deploying additional troops to the Middle East, with reports suggesting consideration of plans to invade Iran's Kharg Island.
Iran has warned of severe retaliation, including carpet-bombing its own territory and attacking vital infrastructure in any regional country aiding an invasion.
Domestic pressure is mounting on President Trump to end the war due to soaring fuel prices and declining approval ratings.
Israel seeks to continue fighting to further degrade the Iranian regime and continued strikes on Iran and Hezbollah targets.

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