Iran finally responds to US peace plan after keeping Trump waiting

Stay up to date with notifications from The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleIran has formally submitted its response to a US peace plan proposal aimed at ending the conflict in the region, delivering it to Pakistan, which is mediating between the two countries. While full details remain undisclosed, the Iranian response reportedly focuses on concluding the war, particularly in Lebanon, and ensuring the safety of maritime traffic in the Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz. The submission came two days later than anticipated by US president Donald Trump, who had publicly stated he expected a response sooner. Amidst these diplomatic exchanges, Trump mocked Iran's drone threats with AI-generated visuals, while Iran warned of a “heavy assault” on US assets if attacks persist and threatened to restrict passage through the Strait of Hormuz for vessels complying with US sanctions. Iran's president affirmed that engaging in negotiations does not signify surrender but is intended to uphold the nation's rights and defend its interests, while Iran's supreme leader has issued new directives for its armed forces to confront adversaries decisively. In fullIran-US war latest: Tehran sends response to Trump peace plan after president mocks drone threatThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in

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