As the conflict entered a crucial phase ahead of Donald Trump’s latest deadline for potential strikes, Iran has put forward a 10-point proposal aimed at ending the war with the US and Israel.
The proposal was passed on through Pakistan, which has been acting as a go-between for both sides. While the full document hasn’t been made public, Iranian officials and state media have shared the main points, the New York Times reported.
What Iran is asking for
At its core, the proposal comes down to a few key demands.
One, Iran wants clear assurances that it won’t be attacked again. That includes not just US strikes, but also Israeli operations in the region.
Two, it is calling for Israeli strikes on Hezbollah targets in Lebanon to stop, viewing them as part of the same wider conflict.
Three, it is calling for the lifting of all economic sanctions imposed on the country.
The proposal also includes demands related to reconstruction. Iran has indicated that proceeds from shipping through the Strait of Hormuz could be used to rebuild infrastructure damaged during the conflict, rather than seeking direct compensation.
What Iran is offering in return
In exchange, Iran has said it would lift its effective blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical energy routes.
The plan also includes a structured system for shipping through the strait. Iran has proposed a transit fee of around USD2 million per vessel, to be shared with Oman, which lies across the waterway.
There is also a framework for ensuring safe passage through the strait, aimed at stabilising global oil and gas flows.
The full 10-point framework
While the complete text has not been officially published, the proposal is understood to include the following elements based on available details:
1. A permanent end to military attacks on Iran
2. A halt to Israeli strikes on Hezbollah in Lebanon
3. Lifting of all US and international sanctions on Iran
4. Recognition of Iran’s security concerns in the region
5. Restoration of safe and open shipping through the Strait of Hormuz
6. A formal protocol to guarantee maritime security
7. A structured transit fee system for ships passing through the strait
8. Use of transit revenue for reconstruction of damaged infrastructure
9. Steps to reduce broader regional hostilities
10. A framework aimed at a long-term end to the conflict, rather than a temporary ceasefire
Why the proposal matters now
The timing of the proposal is significant. It comes just ahead of a US deadline for potential new strikes, with Washington warning of large-scale attacks if its conditions are not met. At the same time, Iran has signalled that it is not seeking a temporary ceasefire, but a more permanent resolution on its terms.
President Trump has described the proposal as “significant,” but also said it falls short of what the US is looking for.
The bigger picture
The proposal reflects how both sides are positioning themselves at this stage of the war.
Iran has indicated that it believes it holds leverage, pointing to its control over shipping in the Strait of Hormuz and its ability to strike US assets. The US, meanwhile, continues to push for compliance with its own demands while keeping the threat of further escalation on the table.
With the deadline approaching and both sides holding firm, the proposal highlights how far apart the two positions still remain, even as backchannel negotiations continue.
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