Iran Presents New Proposal to End War, According to Reports

Iran has reportedly delivered a fresh diplomatic proposal to the United States aimed at ending the ongoing conflict and reopening the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, according to reporting by Axios. The proposal was communicated through Pakistani intermediaries and represents a notable shift in Tehran's diplomatic approach.

The latest proposal calls for talks on Iran's nuclear program to be postponed to a later stage, prioritizing a ceasefire and renewed access to the shipping lane before addressing nuclear issues. This sequencing contrasts with long-standing Western demands that nuclear negotiations come first. The plan outlines several key elements, including mediation by Pakistan, which has acted as the primary intermediary conveying communications between Tehran and Washington.

The proposal centers on de-escalation and maritime access, seeking to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has effectively closed, and secure an end to hostilities as urgent first steps. Nuclear negotiations would be held only after preliminary agreements on a ceasefire and maritime arrangements are reached—a sequencing that could reshape the diplomatic agenda.

The report comes amid prolonged diplomatic pressure, failed rounds of peace talks in Islamabad, and repeated warnings that continued disruption of the strait could have severe economic consequences. Since April 13, the US has imposed a naval blockade, preventing ships from entering or exiting Iran.

In Washington, President Donald Trump has claimed the conflict between Iran and the US may be hitting a turning point as pressure mounts. However, US officials, led by Trump, have stated discussions will proceed only if any framework aligns with American security interests, including preventing Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon.

Whether the United States will formally engage with Iran's proposed sequence of talks remains unclear. Analysts at the Institute for the Study of War argued that prospects for meaningful US-Iran negotiations remain "low" due to the IRGC's domination of decision-making and opposition to compromise. They also pointed out resistance is likely in Washington because of longstanding US insistence that nuclear issues remain central to any comprehensive deal.

The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial global energy chokepoint through which roughly one-fifth of the world's oil supplies transit. Its closure has helped push global oil prices higher and intensified international pressure for a diplomatic resolution.

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