U.S. President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Washington was making headway in efforts to negotiate an end to the war with Iran, including securing what he described as a key concession from Tehran. A source also confirmed that the U.S. had presented Iran with a 15-point proposal aimed at resolving the conflict.
Speaking at the White House, Trump said the U.S. was engaging with “the right people” in Iran and that Tehran was keen to reach an agreement. “We’re in negotiations right now,” he said.
Iran, however, has denied holding any direct talks. Parliament speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf dismissed such reports as “fake news” a day earlier.
Reports indicated that Washington’s proposal includes a framework to end hostilities, with discussions potentially tied to a temporary ceasefire to allow further negotiations. A source familiar with the matter confirmed that a plan had been shared with Iran, though details were not disclosed.
According to media reports, the proposal could involve dismantling Iran’s nuclear programme, halting support for proxy groups, and reopening the Strait of Hormuz. Israel’s Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s office did not immediately comment.
Trump also said Iran had made a significant concession related to non-nuclear energy and the Strait of Hormuz, though he did not elaborate. Iran has indicated that non-hostile vessels could pass through the key waterway if they coordinate with its authorities. The strait, which typically handles about 20% of global oil shipments, has effectively been disrupted since U.S. and Israeli strikes began four weeks ago, triggering a major energy supply shock and pushing fuel prices higher.
Despite diplomatic signals, military action has continued, with ongoing strikes by U.S., Israeli, and Iranian forces. Washington is also preparing to deploy additional troops to the region, including thousands from the Army’s 82nd Airborne Division, adding to the roughly 50,000 personnel already stationed there.
Pakistan has offered to host talks between the U.S. and Iran, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressing support for dialogue and willingness to facilitate negotiations toward a comprehensive settlement. A government source said discussions about such a meeting were at an advanced stage and could take place within a week, if finalised.
The conflict escalated after U.S. and Israeli strikes on February 28, following stalled negotiations over Iran’s nuclear programme, despite earlier indications of progress from mediators.
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