Iran Responds to U.S. Proposal for Ceasefire via Pakistan Mediation
Iran has sent its response to a U.S. proposal aimed at ending a two-month-long conflict, using Pakistan as a mediator, according to Iranian state media. The proposal focuses on halting hostilities and reopening the Strait of Hormuz for international shipping. The negotiations, facilitated by Qatar and Pakistan, aim to establish a temporary memorandum of understanding. This agreement would allow for a ceasefire and the resumption of maritime traffic while addressing broader issues, including Iran's nuclear program. Recent tensions have seen exchanges of fire between Iran and the U.S., with incidents involving drone attacks and naval confrontations near the Strait of Hormuz.