Iran responds to US peace proposal via Pakistan mediator; Trump accuses Tehran of 'playing games'
Iran sent its official response to the US peace proposal through Pakistani mediators on May 10, focusing on ending the broader regional conflict and resolving nuclear program disputes. Trump criticized Iran's negotiating approach while diplomatic efforts continue to avoid escalation.
Iran's Peace Proposal Response Sent
Iran's response to a US proposal to end the war has been sent via mediator Pakistan, according to the Iranian state news agency IRNA. US President Donald Trump has accused Iran of "playing games" in his first public comment since Iran responded to a US proposal to end the war.
Focus on Comprehensive Resolution
According to the proposed plan, the first stage of the negotiations will focus on ending hostilities, as well as ensuring "maritime security" in the Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz. "Our response focuses on ending the war throughout the region, especially in Lebanon, and resolving differences with Washington," an official Iranian source told Al Jazeera. They said their response also included negotiations regarding the Strait of Hormuz, the nuclear programme, and the lifting of sanctions".
Diplomatic Mediation Continues
Qatari Prime Minister Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al-Thani departed Miami on Sunday morning, where he discussed efforts to end the Iran war with several White House officials. In a statement on social media, Al-Thani said he met with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and President Trump's Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff.
Sources
- https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/5/10/iran-sends-response-to-us-proposal-to-end-war-via-mediator-pakistan
- https://www.cbsnews.com/live-updates/iran-war-trump-us-attacks-qeshm-island-ceasefire/
- https://www.aljazeera.com/news/liveblog/2026/5/10/iran-war-live-irgc-warns-us-against-attacks-on-ships-israel-bombs-lebanon