US and Iran Receive Pakistan-Backed Ceasefire Proposals as Tehran Rejects Temporary Strait of Hormuz Reopening
WASHINGTON/TEHRAN (Afghan Verified) -- The United States and Iran have received Pakistan-backed ceasefire proposals outlining a two-phase plan that includes an immediate ceasefire followed by a comprehensive agreement, according to reports from Reuters cited by Afghan outlets.
A senior Iranian official told Reuters that Tehran rejects reopening the Strait of Hormuz as part of any temporary ceasefire, insisting on a permanent deal due to a perceived lack of U.S. readiness for a lasting settlement. Iran is reviewing the Pakistan-proposed framework amid ongoing regional airstrikes.
U.S. President Donald Trump has threatened severe attacks if no deal is reached by Tuesday and the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened. The strait remains closed by Iran amid the ongoing U.S.-Iran conflict.
Amu TV reported that Pakistan Army Chief Asim Munir has been in contact with U.S. Vice President JD Vance, envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi regarding the proposals. Khaama Press added that the framework includes potential Iranian nuclear concessions in exchange for sanctions relief.
The developments come as tensions escalate in the U.S.-Iran war, with both sides exchanging proposals mediated by Pakistan.
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Where reports agree
- US and Iran received Pakistan-backed two-phase ceasefire proposal
- Iran will not reopen Strait of Hormuz for temporary ceasefire
- Trump threatened attacks if no agreement/reopening by Tuesday
- Context of ongoing US-Iran/Israel war with Hormuz closure
Where reports differ
- Specific contacts involving Asim Munir (Amu TV only)
- Axios report on 45-day ceasefire (Amu TV only)
- Nuclear concessions details (Khaama Press only)
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