Iran’s 10-Point Peace Plan Explained
News Desk
Islamabad: Iran has laid out a sweeping 10-point framework for ending its conflict with the United States, signalling a hardline negotiating stance even as a fragile two-week ceasefire brokered through Pakistan takes hold.
According to Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, formal talks are set to begin in Islamabad on April 11, positioning Pakistan as a central mediator in efforts to de-escalate the crisis between Tehran and Washington.
The proposal reflects Iran’s attempt to convert battlefield pressure into long-term strategic gains, with demands spanning military withdrawal, sanctions relief, and international recognition of its nuclear programme.
At the heart of the plan is Iran’s push to assert control over the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for global energy supplies. Tehran has proposed a “controlled passage” mechanism coordinated with its armed forces, effectively seeking a dominant role in managing one of the world’s most vital for shipping routes.
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The framework also calls for a complete withdrawal of US combat forces from the region and an end to hostilities against groups aligned with Iran, often referred to as the “axis of resistance.”
On the economic front, Iran is demanding full compensation for war damages, the lifting of all US sanctions, both primary and secondary, and the release of frozen Iranian assets held abroad.
It has further called for the removal of international resolutions and oversight measures imposed on the country.
A key sticking point remains Iran’s nuclear programme. Tehran has insisted that its uranium enrichment activities be formally accepted under any agreement, a demand likely to face resistance in Washington.
To cement the deal, Iran has proposed that all terms be ratified through a binding resolution at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), giving the agreement international legal weight.
The United States, under President Donald Trump, has described the proposal as a “workable basis” for negotiations, hinting at cautious optimism despite significant gaps between the two sides.
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The ceasefire itself came just hours before a deadline set by Trump for potential escalation, marking a dramatic shift from earlier threats of large-scale military action.
Pakistan’s mediation, led by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, proved pivotal in bringing both parties to the table.
While the truce has temporarily eased tensions, major uncertainties remain, particularly regarding the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and the broader terms of any lasting agreement.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Tehran is prepared to halt counter-attacks and ensure safe passage through the waterway, provided negotiations move forward on its proposed framework.
As talks loom in Islamabad, the spotlight now shifts from the battlefield to the negotiating table, where the outcome could reshape not only US-Iran relations but the wider balance of power in the region.
