Donald Trump reviews new Iranian proposal to resolve regional conflict
Following a ceasefire declared on April 8, 2026, Iran submitted a 14-point peace proposal via Pakistan to the United States to end the ongoing conflict. The three-phase plan proposes a commitment of non-aggression, the gradual reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, the lifting of U.S. sanctions on Iranian ports, and the resumption of uranium enrichment capped at 3.6%. While the White House has not released full details, U.S. envoy Steve Witkoff reportedly submitted amendments regarding Tehran's nuclear program. President Donald Trump stated he would review the document but expressed skepticism, citing Iran's historical actions and the insufficiency of the offer. Simultaneously, Iranian Revolutionary Guard officials warned that the U.S. faces a choice between a difficult military operation or a deal, while also labeling the U.S. blockade of Iranian ports as an act of piracy. Military officials on both sides, including Iran’s Mohammad Jafar Asadi, have noted the possibility of a resumed conflict if current diplomatic efforts fail. Tensions remain high as previous negotiations in Islamabad on April 11 failed to reach an agreement.