US and Iran consider proposal for nuclear negotiations amid ongoing tensions
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US President Donald Trump stated that the conflict with Iran would be "over quickly" and that most people understand his objective of ending Tehran's nuclear ambitions. This follows Iran's announcement that a US proposal to end the war is still under consideration. Axios reported that the White House believes it is nearing a 14-point memorandum of understanding with Iran, which could establish a framework for more detailed nuclear negotiations. This memorandum reportedly includes provisions such as suspending Iranian nuclear enrichment, lifting sanctions, and restoring free transit through the Strait of Hormuz. However, a senior member of Iran's parliament dismissed the proposal as a "wish list," while a foreign ministry spokesman indicated Tehran would share its views with Pakistani mediators. Pakistan's foreign minister expressed efforts to convert the ceasefire into a permanent end to the conflict. Trump also claimed that Iran has agreed to never possess a nuclear weapon, a claim not confirmed by Tehran. He also threatened renewed violence if a deal is not reached, stating that "the bombing starts, and it will be, sadly, at a much higher level and intensity than it was before." Trump announced a pause in Project Freedom, an operation intended to restore oil flow through the Strait of Hormuz, which has been effectively blockaded by Iran since late February. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confirmed full coordination with Trump on Iran, emphasizing shared goals of
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