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Iran sets terms for US talks
Iran has sent conditions for ending the war to Washington through Qatari mediators and awaits President Trump’s response.
What happened
Iran’s security chief said Tehran passed conditions for rejoining negotiations to mediators, including Qatar, while consultations with Pakistan continue. The stated terms are an end to fighting on all fronts, release of frozen Iranian funds and an end to the naval blockade. Tehran is awaiting a White House response.
Numbers
- Three conditionsTerms publicly outlined by Tehran
- 17 JuneDate of earlier framework deal
- 28 FebruaryWar began, Iranian account says
Questions
- What earlier agreement is Iran invoking?
- Iran is referring to the June framework, brokered by Pakistan, which provided for a halt in military operations and reopening navigation through Hormuz.
- Why are mediators involved?
- Iran says Qatar and Pakistan are continuing diplomatic efforts to return both sides to the Islamabad memorandum of understanding.
- Why does the Strait matter?
- Iran closed the Strait of Hormuz after the war began; it is a major route for global oil and gas exports.
- Could Iran leave the nuclear treaty?
- Rezaei said Iran has not decided to withdraw, though he stated that US conduct could push Tehran toward leaving it.
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The catch
The timing of Iran’s message and Washington’s response have not been made public.