Iran has formally responded to the latest US amendments on a draft peace deal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict, according to regional sources. The diplomatic exchange occurs as President Trump maintains a naval blockade and considers new military actions against Iran.
The Iranian response was delivered through Pakistani mediators on Thursday, signaling that diplomatic channels remain open despite heightened tensions. Last weekend, Iran proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz and postponing nuclear negotiations for a later stage. The US, however, insisted on including nuclear issues in the draft text, demanding Iran halt uranium enrichment activities during negotiations.
'Nobody knows what the talks are except myself and a couple of other people. They want to make a deal badly. We have a problem because nobody knows for sure who the leaders are,' Trump told reporters on Thursday.
The White House has yet to comment on Iran's latest response. Meanwhile, President Trump convened a meeting with his national security team, including Vice President Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, to discuss potential military actions against Iran.
As tensions persist, the viability of diplomatic solutions remains uncertain, with both sides claiming the other is eager for a deal. The situation underscores the delicate balance between military escalation and diplomatic efforts in the region.