Iran has handed over a new proposal to restart negotiations with the United States, raising cautious hopes of breaking the deadlock in efforts to end the conflict.
The proposal was delivered through Pakistani mediators, who have been acting as a backchannel between both sides after direct talks stalled. While the details have not been made public, officials say the move signals that diplomatic channels remain open despite rising hostilities.
The latest initiative comes after weeks of failed negotiations, with major sticking points including Iran’s nuclear programme, the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, and the lifting of U.S. military and economic pressure.
Some reports suggest Tehran’s proposal may prioritize ending the war and reopening key shipping routes before addressing more contentious issues like uranium enrichment.
Markets reacted quickly to the development, with oil prices easing slightly after the news, reflecting renewed optimism that a diplomatic solution could stabilize global energy supplies.
However, analysts caution that significant gaps remain between both sides. Washington continues to insist that Iran abandon any path toward nuclear weapons, while Tehran has resisted limits on its enrichment programme and demanded an end to blockades before deeper negotiations.
Despite the renewed outreach, officials on both sides have warned against expecting a quick breakthrough, with mutual distrust still high and military options remaining on the table.
The proposal nonetheless marks a fresh attempt to revive diplomacy at a critical moment, as the conflict continues to disrupt global markets and raise fears of a broader regional escalation.
