WANA (May 15) – The United States government has formally rejected a written 14-point proposal submitted by Iran aimed at ending the ongoing regional conflict, according to Iranian media sources.

 

In its response, Washington reportedly dismissed Tehran’s framework while reiterating longstanding demands regarding Iran’s nuclear program.

 

The Iranian proposal, delivered through Pakistani intermediaries on May 10, was structured as a two-stage negotiation process. The first phase focused on securing an immediate and complete halt to hostilities across all regional fronts.

 

Under the proposed terms, the second stage—addressing nuclear-related issues—would only commence once Iran’s initial security conditions and guarantees were met.

 

A Sequential Diplomatic Framework

The rejected proposal outlined a strict sequence for de-escalation:

  • Regional De-escalation: A total cessation of the war with binding international guarantees.
  • Maritime Security: Negotiations regarding navigation rights and commercial transit through the Strait of Hormuz.
  • Nuclear Discussions: Final talks on technical and political nuclear matters.

 

Background to the Stalemate

This latest diplomatic friction follows a volatile period that began on February 28, 2026, when major hostilities erupted between Iran, the U.S., and Israel. The conflict led to an initial two-week ceasefire on April 7, which was subsequently extended indefinitely on April 21 to allow for a negotiated settlement.

 

Despite high-level direct engagement in Islamabad on April 11 between Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and U.S. Vice President JD Vance, a final consensus remains elusive.

 

While mediators in Pakistan continue to facilitate the exchange of texts, the rejection of this 14-point plan underscores the deep divide over whether regional security or nuclear oversight should take precedence in the negotiations.