Proposals from the United States aimed at ending the ongoing conflict with Iran have reportedly been delivered to Tehran through Pakistan, according to senior officials in Islamabad.
The development comes after Donald Trump expressed optimism about bringing the nearly month-long conflict to an end, while Tehran signalled a possible easing of tensions by announcing it would allow “non-hostile” oil vessels to pass through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz.
Pakistan has emerged as a key intermediary due to its longstanding diplomatic ties with both Iran and the United States, as well as its influence within the region.
According to two Pakistani officials who spoke anonymously, a 15-point proposal put forward by Washington to halt the fighting, which has spread across parts of the Middle East, has already been “conveyed to Iran via Pakistan.”
Diplomatic engagement has intensified, with Shehbaz Sharif and his deputy, Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, maintaining close communication with senior Iranian officials. Both leaders have also expressed readiness to host potential peace talks.
At the same time, Islamabad has been working to maintain strong ties with its Gulf allies. On Wednesday morning, Sharif held discussions with Mohammed bin Salman, the de facto ruler of Saudi Arabia, highlighting ongoing regional coordination.
Military leadership has also played a role in the diplomatic push. Pakistan’s army chief, Asim Munir, was reported to have spoken with Trump over the weekend as part of broader efforts to de-escalate tensions.
Despite these developments, Iran has downplayed suggestions that negotiations are already underway. Reza Amiri Moghadam stated that no direct or indirect talks have taken place so far, contradicting claims of progress.
“According to my information — and contrary to Trump’s claims — so far, no negotiations, direct or indirect, have taken place between the two countries,” he said.
The situation remains fluid, with diplomatic channels opening but no confirmed negotiations yet underway, leaving uncertainty over whether the proposals will translate into meaningful peace efforts.
What you should know
The United States has reportedly sent a 15-point peace proposal to Iran through Pakistan, signaling growing diplomatic efforts to end the conflict.
While regional players like Pakistan and Saudi Arabia are actively engaging behind the scenes, Iran denies that any negotiations have begun.
The situation highlights ongoing tensions but also a possible pathway to de-escalation if talks materialize.
