The United States has rejected Iran’s 14-point proposal aimed at ending the ongoing conflict and opening the path toward broader negotiations, according to reports published on Thursday by the Tehran Times. The move has added another layer of tension to the already strained relationship between Tehran and Washington, according to Mehr News Agency.
Sources cited by the newspaper said Iran had formally submitted a written proposal outlining a two-stage negotiation framework. Under the proposed plan, the first stage focused on achieving an end to military confrontations across all fronts. Iranian officials reportedly argued that a ceasefire and de-escalation were necessary before any wider diplomatic process could begin.
The second stage of the proposal centered on negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program. Tehran suggested that discussions on nuclear issues would only move forward if its initial conditions regarding the war and regional security were met.
However, the U.S. government rejected the proposal, reaffirming its firm position on Iran’s nuclear activities and regional policies. Iranian media described Washington’s response as another sign of what Tehran views as a “coercive approach” toward diplomacy.
The rejection comes at a time of growing uncertainty in the region, where fears of wider instability continue to rise. Political observers believe the failed proposal highlights the deep mistrust that still defines relations between the two countries, despite repeated calls from international actors for dialogue and restraint.
While neither side has announced plans for immediate new talks, analysts warn that the collapse of diplomatic initiatives could further complicate efforts to reduce tensions and restore stability in the Middle East.
