Gulf states working on multipart peace deal to avert renewal of US-Iran war

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   Gulf States Craft Peace Package to Prevent US-Iran War

   Gulf governments are actively crafting a multipart peace deal to prevent the renewal of a US-Iran war, targeting the Strait of Hormuz, Yemen, and Iran's nuclear program. The diplomatic push aims to resolve major regional flashpoints as the prospect of US and Israeli military escalation looms. Iran has expressed openness to discussions, signaling engagement with mediators over a proposed timeframe to reopen the strategic strait. However, complexities remain regarding sanction relief, Houthi withdrawals, and access for international inspectors to damaged nuclear sites.

   Why it matters

   The diplomatic initiative comes as tensions rise between Tehran and Washington, driven by threats of renewed strikes and naval blockades. Regional powers fear that any military escalation would severely destabilize Gulf security and shipping lanes. Mediators are working across multiple tracks to bridge the gap between Tehran and the United States.

   What is confirmed

   • Gulf states are working on a multipart peace deal to avert the renewal of a US-Iran war.
   • The diplomatic plan targets the Strait of Hormuz, Yemen, and Iran's nuclear program.
   • Iran is discussing a plan with mediators to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
   • European diplomats state that access for inspectors to Iran's bombed nuclear sites is a minimum requirement for a breakthrough with US President Donald Trump.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Iran is seeking to shorten the proposed peace plan to four days as mediators discuss a meeting in Turkey.
   • US President Donald Trump has denied that peace talks are taking place.
   • The United States plans to maintain its blockade on Iran while Qatar mediates a ceasefire deal.

   What to watch next

   • Any formal agreement regarding the timeline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz
   • Developments from mediator meetings concerning a potential summit in Turkey
   • Official US responses to the proposed regional peace package
   Sources used for this update (23)

   1. Iran International — Iran sends conflicting signals on US deal as Trump raises prospect of strikes
   2. Al Jazeera — Iran’s calculations as US escalation looms: Trust, midterms, Hormuz
   3. Al Jazeera — Iran war live: Yemen gov’t condemns Houthi missile attacks on Aden airport
   4. The Guardian — Gulf states working on multipart peace deal to avert renewal of US-Iran war
   5. Haaretz — Analysis • A Netanyahu-Trump escalation could push the Gulf countries closer to Iran
   6. Vietnam.vn — Iran's risky move in its confrontation with the US.
   7. caspiannews.com — Iran Calls for United Regional Front Against Israel
   8. European Council on Foreign Relations — Two tracks to Tehran: The new efforts to stop another US-Iran war
   9. Informat.ro — Gulf states are negotiating a regional peace agreement / The plan targets the Strait of Hormuz, Yemen and Iran’s nuclear program
   10. Al Jazeera — Iran war live: Tehran presses 7-day Hormuz plan; Trump denies peace talks
   11. Haaretz — Iran Says New Proposal to Reopen Strait of Hormuz Under Review
   12. Arab News — Iran says discussing plan with mediators to end war, reopen Hormuz
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