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Regional mediators have submitted a 10-day ceasefire proposal to the US and Iran to help salvage a previous memorandum of understanding.

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2 min readSource:TASS (English) Reviewed by editors
Mediators Propose 10-Day Ceasefire Between US and Iran

Key facts

  • •Regional mediators including Qatar, Egypt, and Pakistan are involved in the ceasefire proposal.
  • •The proposal seeks to restore shipping through the Strait of Hormuz.
  • •The US administration has urged Israel to avoid actions that could hinder diplomatic efforts.
  • •The US resumed large-scale strikes on Iran on July 8 following accusations of agreement violations.
  • •The US and Israel began a military operation against Iran on February 28.

Regional mediators, including Qatar, Egypt, and Pakistan, have presented the United States and Iran with a proposal for a 10-day ceasefire. The initiative aims to restore shipping through the Strait of Hormuz and provide both nations an opportunity to salvage a collapsing memorandum of understanding signed in June.

Current Status of Negotiations

The administration of US President Donald Trump is currently exploring the proposal while simultaneously preparing for the possibility that talks may fail. Neither side has formally accepted the ceasefire offer to date. A US administration source indicated that while parties remain engaged in discussions, the United States intends to continue military strikes against Iran as long as President Trump deems it appropriate.

Context of the Conflict

The United States and Israel initiated a military operation against Iran on February 28. Although a memorandum of understanding was signed in June to halt hostilities on all fronts, the United States resumed large-scale strikes on July 8. Washington justified this resumption by accusing Tehran of violating agreements concerning the Strait of Hormuz.

Timeline

  1. February 28
    The United States and Israel launched a military operation against Iran.
  2. June
    Washington and Tehran signed a memorandum of understanding to halt hostilities.
  3. July 8
    The United States resumed large-scale strikes on Iran.
  4. July 21
    Mediators presented a 10-day ceasefire proposal to the US and Iran.

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