Iran rejects US war-ending proposal, sets five conditions for ceasefire

Iran has rejected a United States proposal to end the ongoing conflict, saying it will agree to a ceasefire only on its own terms and after its conditions are met, according to a report by Press TV.

A senior Iranian official described the US proposal as “excessive” and said Tehran would continue its military response, vowing to inflict “heavy blows” until its demands are fulfilled. The official also accused Washington of past deception during negotiations, citing earlier instances where talks did not lead to meaningful outcomes.

Iran has outlined five key conditions for ending the war.

These include a complete halt to military actions and targeted killings by the US and Israel, firm guarantees against future attacks, compensation for war-related losses, and an end to hostilities across all regional fronts involving allied groups.

Tehran has also insisted on formal recognition of its sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz.

The official said no negotiations would take place unless these conditions are accepted.

The reported US proposal, details of which were shared by officials involved in mediation efforts, included provisions related to sanctions relief, scaling back Iran’s nuclear programme, limits on missile activity, and reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a key route for global oil shipments.

The conflict has disrupted energy supplies and driven up oil prices, with Iran placing restrictions on movement through the strait. While some vessels have been allowed passage, ships linked to the US and Israel have reportedly been barred.

The war has led to significant casualties on all sides. Iran has reported more than 1,500 deaths, while Israel has said 20 people have been killed, including soldiers. The United States has also reported military and civilian casualties in the region.

The standoff continues to fuel concerns of a wider energy and geopolitical crisis, as efforts to reach a ceasefire remain stalled.