Only in a later stage does the plan propose opening discussions on the nuclear issue.
By Vered Weiss, World Israel News
US President Donald Trump said the United States is rejecting a 14-point proposal submitted by Iran to end the military and economic conflict, while Iran said it has received a US response to the plan and is reviewing it, according to statements from both sides.
Trump said the administration examined the proposal in detail and determined it does not meet US requirements or serve its interests, adding that pressure on Tehran will continue until a “truly good deal” is achieved.
“We considered Iran’s proposal and it’s not good for us. I studied it, I studied everything – it’s not acceptable to me. It’s simply not acceptable,” Trump said.
US officials said the proposal focused on demands for the immediate removal of sanctions without offering significant concessions on key issues related to the nuclear program and regional activity. White House sources said Trump is not prepared to accept a “half job” and is seeking full compliance with US conditions.
The proposal, delivered through Pakistan acting as a mediator, is structured in three phases aimed at reaching a ceasefire and gradual normalization, according to reports cited from Al-Jazeera.
The first phase includes reopening the Strait of Hormuz, ending the US naval blockade, and establishing a non-aggression arrangement.
Iran described the offer as showing greater “flexibility” than previous proposals.
The second phase centers on economic and humanitarian measures, including the release of frozen Iranian assets, partial sanctions relief, and economic assistance.
Only in a later stage does the plan propose opening discussions on the nuclear issue.
A proposal within the framework calls for the construction of more than 19 nuclear reactors in Iran with active US involvement in their construction and management as part of a long-term oversight mechanism.
Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said the US response to the proposal was received through Pakistan and that a formal reply will be issued after review. He said “at this stage there are no nuclear negotiations,” indicating that contacts between the sides have not yet developed into formal talks.
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