Iran submits revised proposal, Trump says ceasefire 'a lot closer'
Iran and Pakistan have submitted a revised proposal to the United States aimed at ending the ongoing war in the Middle East. US President Donald Trump indicated that a ceasefire agreement is closer, contingent on preventing Iran from acquiring nuclear weapons. Iran's chief negotiator warned of a strong response if the US resumes hostilities, highlighting the delicate nature of the negotiations.
- ▪Iran and Pakistan have proposed a revised peace deal to the US to end the Middle East war.
- ▪Donald Trump stated he would only sign a deal that prevents Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons.
- ▪Iran's chief negotiator warned of a tough response if the US resumes hostilities.
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Donald Trump says ceasefire 'a lot closer', with Iran and Pakistan submitting revised proposalTopic:WarSun 24 May 2026 at 5:45amSun 24 May 2026 at 5:45amSun 24 May 2026 at 5:45amUS Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday. (Narendra Modi via X)In short:Senior US and Iranian officials believe they are close to a breakthrough to strike a draft peace deal to end the war in the Middle East.Mr Trump said he would only sign a deal that would prevent Iran from obtaining a nuclear weapon.What's next?Iran's chief negotiator warned the US it would face a tough response if the US resumed hostilities in Iran.abc.net.au/news/donald-trump-says-iran-ceasefire-a-lot-closer/106714964Link copiedShareShare articleIran and Pakistan have submitted a revised…
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