Iran Reviews US Proposals As Talks Go On 2026

Iran Reviews US Proposals As Indirect Diplomatic Messages Continue

October 13, 2026

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Iran reviews US proposals sent in response to its mid-September offer on the Strait of Hormuz and broader negotiations. Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei confirmed that Tehran will reply through intermediaries once the review is complete, while Abbas Araghchi indicated that a response is expected within days.

Iran Reviews US Proposals on Hormuz and Wider Talks

The exchange shows that diplomacy remains active even as public rhetoric stays firm on both sides. A measured, step-by-step process of this kind keeps communication channels open at a sensitive time for the region.

Pakistan and Qatar Keep Channels Open

Pakistan and Qatar continue to act as the primary channels for indirect messages between Tehran and Washington. The role reflects the trust that Pakistan has built with both sides, and the UN Secretary-General’s praise for its mediation was covered in UN Chief Praises Pakistan Mediation Efforts.

Pakistan’s credibility as a facilitator strengthens its standing as a responsible regional partner. Its steady preference for dialogue over escalation also serves its own interest in stable energy markets and calmer borders.

Core Sticking Points Still to Be Resolved

Iran maintains that the US response does not sufficiently address its seven conditions for reopening the Strait of Hormuz and returning to formal talks. Deep divisions also remain over US naval blockades, oil and economic sanctions, frozen assets and the level of Iran’s uranium enrichment.

Russia continues to play a supportive role on Iran’s nuclear file, adding another layer to the diplomatic picture. A workable settlement would need sequencing that addresses maritime access, sanctions relief and nuclear limits together, and mediators such as Pakistan are well placed to help bridge those gaps.