Talks seeking a ceasefire between the United States and Iran have advanced to the stage where both sides have submitted sets of conditions, according to reports from Iranian state media. However, there has yet to be any compromise between the two countries since core demand from each side remains ignored.
From the US side, the proposed terms require Iran to transfer 400 kilograms of uranium to American custody and restrict its nuclear activities to only one operational facility. Additional US stipulations deny Iran any compensation for war-related damages and rule out access to its frozen assets. Washington also made clear that any suspension of hostilities would depend on the commencement of negotiations across all fronts.
In reply, Iran’s authorities outlined their own set of conditions for any peace agreement. These terms demand the cessation of all military operations in the Middle East, removal of US-imposed sanctions, release of Iranian assets currently frozen abroad, and compensation for damages accrued during the conflict. Iran also requires international recognition of its jurisdiction over the Strait of Hormuz.
Notably, the US conditions specifically reject two of Iran’s requests: compensation for damages and the release of frozen funds, making these points of contention in ongoing discussions.
The exchange of terms signals the beginning stages of a negotiation process, with both sides maintaining firm positions on key issues.
