Islamabad, Pakistan (HRNW) — In a significant diplomatic push to halt the escalating conflict in the Middle East, the United States has delivered a comprehensive 15-point peace proposal to Iran. The plan, transmitted on March 25, 2026, through Pakistani intermediaries, aims to secure an immediate 30-day ceasefire to allow for the finalization of a long-term agreement. This diplomatic initiative comes as the war enters its fourth week, following the initial US-Israeli strikes launched on February 28.
Key Demands of the 15-Point Plan
The proposal, widely reported by international and Israeli media, outlines strict conditions for Tehran to meet in exchange for an end to hostilities:
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Nuclear Dismantlement: Iran must permanently commit to never seeking nuclear weapons and halt all uranium enrichment on its soil.
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Facility Shutdowns: The plan specifically demands the decommissioning and destruction of the Natanz, Isfahan, and Fordow nuclear plants.
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Maritime Security: A primary requirement is the full reopening of the Strait of Hormuz as a free international maritime zone to restore global oil and gas supply chains.
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Proxy Groups: Washington has demanded that Tehran stop all funding, arming, and directing of regional proxy forces, including Hezbollah and the Houthis.
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Missile Restrictions: The proposal seeks to limit the range and quantity of Iran’s ballistic missiles, restricting their future use strictly to self-defense.
Proposed Incentives and Regional Reaction
In return for compliance, the US is reportedly offering:
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Sanctions Relief: A total lifting of all nuclear-related international sanctions.
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Civilian Energy Support: US assistance in developing a civilian nuclear energy program, specifically for electricity generation at the Bushehr plant.
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Removal of Snapback: The elimination of the “snapback” mechanism that allows for the automatic reimposition of UN sanctions.
While President Donald Trump’s advisors, Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, are reportedly promoting the 30-day window for talks, the Iranian leadership has expressed deep skepticism. Semi-official Iranian sources have characterized the proposal as “illogical” at this stage of the conflict, demanding reparations for bombing damages and the closure of US bases in the Gulf as counter-conditions. Pakistan has offered to host the formal negotiations in Islamabad as soon as this week.
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