Iranian officials announced on Monday that they are pursuing an expedited timeline for implementing a ceasefire plan previously submitted to the United States. The proposal, which was originally tabled last month, maintains the same core components but could theoretically be executed more rapidly, according to Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei.
The plan includes provisions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz and resuming negotiations concerning Iran’s nuclear program. Baghaei stated that the condensed version could be implemented within two days if American demands are satisfied, compared to the initially proposed seven-day timeline. He emphasized that restoring security to the Strait of Hormuz and beginning talks could occur within a short timeframe, contingent on how the United States chooses to proceed.
Iran’s Supreme Leader has reportedly authorized government officials to accelerate diplomatic discussions aimed at resolving the eight-month conflict, according to state news agency IRNA. Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi reiterated that Tehran remains open to either diplomatic resolution or military response, with Qatar and Pakistan continuing to serve as intermediaries facilitating indirect negotiations between the parties.
Iranian demands outlined in the proposal include lifting naval blockades of its ports, repealing sanctions, guarantees against military strikes, and achieving a comprehensive regional ceasefire, particularly regarding Lebanon. Baghaei provided no indication that Iran had modified its conditions or that the United States had accepted the proposal. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump characterized the ongoing negotiations as proceeding satisfactorily but suggested the possibility of American military action against Iran after November 3, stating that the conflict would end “very soon one way or the other.”
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