Iran Rejects US Ceasefire Proposal, Demands Control of Strait of Hormuz
Tehran has rejected a 15-point peace plan proposed by the United States to end the ongoing conflict, asserting that any cessation of hostilities will be determined by Iran’s own terms and timeline. Instead, Iran has presented a five-point counteroffer, with a central demand being recognition of its sovereignty over the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.
US Proposal and Iranian Response
According to Iranian state media, Press TV, a senior Iranian political and security official stated that Tehran will not allow US President Donald Trump to dictate the terms or timing of a potential ceasefire. The official emphasized Iran’s resolve to continue defensive operations and inflict “heavy blows” on the enemy until its conditions are met.
Washington has reportedly been engaged in negotiations through various diplomatic channels, presenting proposals that Iranian officials deem “excessive” and inconsistent with the realities on the ground. The latest offer, conveyed through Pakistani intermediaries, is viewed by Tehran as a tactic to escalate tensions.
Iran’s Five Conditions for Ceasefire
The Iranian official outlined five specific conditions that must be met for Iran to agree to end the war:
- Complete cessation of “aggression and murder” by the enemy.
- Establishment of concrete mechanisms to prevent future warfare against the Islamic Republic of Iran.
- Guaranteed and clearly defined payments of war reparations.
- Cessation of hostilities on all fronts and for all resistance groups throughout the region.
- Recognition of Iran’s sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz, considered a guarantee for the implementation of other commitments.
These conditions are in addition to previously stated demands made during negotiations in Geneva prior to the February 28 attacks.
Iran has communicated to intermediaries that a ceasefire is contingent upon the acceptance of all its conditions, stating, “No negotiations will be held before then.” The official affirmed that Iran’s defensive operations will continue until these conditions are met, declaring, “The war will end when Iran decides to end it, not when Trump envisions ending it.”
US Response and Regional Implications
President Trump had previously suggested the possibility of joint control over the Strait of Hormuz with the Ayatollah, but this proposal appears to be a non-starter for Iran. The Strait of Hormuz is the world’s most crucial oil shipping route, and control over it would have significant global economic and geopolitical implications.
Earlier this week, President Trump backed down from a threat to strike Iranian power plants after Iran warned that all energy and power installations in the region would be targeted in retaliation. Trump claimed “very good and constructive conversations” had taken place, but Iranian officials have denied any official contact or ongoing negotiations.
Looking Ahead
The current impasse highlights the deep-seated distrust between the United States and Iran. With Iran firmly rejecting the US ceasefire proposal and demanding significant concessions, the prospects for a swift resolution to the conflict remain uncertain. The situation remains volatile, with the potential for further escalation if diplomatic efforts fail to gain traction.
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