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Iran war day 69: Tehran ‘reviewing’ US proposals; Israel bombs Beirut
TL;DR
Iran is reviewing a US proposal for a potential deal to end the conflict, while Israel has bombed Beirut, escalating regional tensions.
Key points
- Iran is reviewing a US proposal for a potential deal.
- Israel has bombed Beirut, escalating military actions.
- Trump claims US-Iran talks have been very productive.
- The ceasefire in Beirut is now under threat.
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United States President Donald Trump has said the US has held “very good talks” with Iran and suggested a deal to end the conflict could be within reach, as Tehran says it is still reviewing a US proposal delivered through mediator Pakistan.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman, Esmaeil Baghaei, said the proposal remains “under review” and that Tehran will communicate its response once it has “finalised its views”.
The diplomatic push comes amid continuing regional tensions, with uncertainty remaining over whether the negotiations can produce a breakthrough after weeks of military escalation and political threats between Washington and Tehran.
Meanwhile, Israel has expanded its military campaign by bombing Beirut in the first strike on the Lebanese capital since a ceasefire, widely seen as fragile, came into force on April 17.
Here is what we know:
In Iran
- Iran reviewing US proposal: Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Baghaei said a US proposal to end the war is still “under review” by Tehran. Iran will convey its views to key mediator Pakistan after “finalising its views”, Baghaei told the ISNA news agency.
- Iranian speaker mocks US operations: Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf ridiculed recent military operations against Tehran, joking on social media that “Operation Trust Me Bro failed” and that Washington had now returned to “Operation Fauxios”.
War Diplomacy
- Iran seeks China’s help: Tehran is looking forward to China’s support for a “new post-war” regional framework following its conflict with the US, said Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in a post on X.
- Pakistan PM ‘hopeful’: Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, a key mediator between Iran, the US and Israel, said he was “hopeful” the current momentum of negotiations would lead to peace in the region.
- Trump pushes for fast Iran deal: Trump is aiming to secure an agreement with Iran before the end of his upcoming trip to China, as negotiators work through a reported 14-point framework via Pakistani mediators. Reporting from Washington, DC, Al Jazeera’s Kimberly Halkett says the compressed timeline suggests the White House believes a breakthrough may be close, while also allowing Trump to project momentum before a high-profile foreign visit.
In the Gulf
Q&A
What is the US proposal that Iran is reviewing?
The US proposal, delivered through Pakistan, aims to negotiate a deal to end the ongoing conflict, but specific details have not been disclosed.
How has Israel's bombing of Beirut affected the ceasefire?
Israel's bombing of Beirut marks a significant escalation and is the first strike since a fragile ceasefire was established on April 17.
What did President Trump say about the talks with Iran?
President Trump described the talks with Iran as '[very good]' and suggested that a deal to end the conflict could be within reach.
What are the implications of the ongoing tensions between the US and Iran?
The ongoing tensions raise concerns about further military escalation and the potential failure of diplomatic negotiations to achieve peace.
