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Iran Says US Responds to 14-Point War-Ending Plan, Nuclear Talks Off Table

Iran announced that the United States has responded to its 14-point plan to end the war. Iranian officials stressed the plan focuses solely on ending the conflict, not on nuclear negotiations. Iran briefed its Omani and German counterparts on diplomatic efforts to end the war. A ceasefire took effect on April 8 after joint Israeli-US strikes and Iranian retaliation.

Key Points: Iran: US Responds to 14-Point Plan to End War

  • US responds to Iran's 14-point plan to end war
  • Iran says no nuclear negotiations at this stage
  • Iran briefs Oman and Germany on diplomatic efforts
  • Ceasefire took effect April 8 after strikes and retaliation
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Iran says US has responded to Tehran's 14-point plan to end war

Iran says US responded to its 14-point plan to end the war. Tehran focuses on ending conflict, not nuclear negotiations, amid regional tensions.

"At present, we are focused on the parameters related to ending the war in the region, including Lebanon - Esmaeil Baghaei"

Tehran, May 4

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said that the United States has responded to Iran's 14-point proposed plan to end the war.

He made the remarks in an interview with state-run IRIB TV while noting that the US response is being reviewed.

He stressed that Iran's plan is exclusively focused on ending the war, and "nothing pertaining to the nuclear field's details exists in it."

"At present, we are focused on the parameters related to ending the war in the region, including Lebanon," Baghaei added, stressing "we have no nuclear negotiation at this stage."

Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman was quoted by state media as saying that "at this stage, we do not have nuclear negotiations" - a key demand by Washington.

Iran has repeatedly denied it is seeking a bomb and says its programme is only for peaceful purposes, though the country is the only non-nuclear-armed state to have enriched uranium at near weapons-grade level.

Also on Sunday, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyed Abbas Araghchi briefed his Omani and German counterparts on Iran's latest diplomatic efforts and initiatives to end the war, Xinhua news agency reported.

In separate phone calls, Araghchi exchanged views with Omani Foreign Minister Sayyid Badr bin Hamad bin Hamood Albusaidi and German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul on the latest regional and international developments, according to statements released by the Iranian Foreign Ministry.

On February 28, Israel and the United States launched joint strikes on Tehran and other cities, killing Iran's then-Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, senior commanders, and civilians. Iran responded with waves of missile and drone attacks targeting Israel and US interests in the region.

A ceasefire took effect on April 8, followed by talks between Iranian and US delegations in Islamabad that failed to produce a deal.

- IANS

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Sarah B
Interesting that Iran is avoiding nuclear negotiations entirely while pushing for a ceasefire. It's like they're trying to compartmentalize the conflict. But from a Western perspective, the nuclear issue can't be ignored, especially with near weapons-grade enrichment. The US response probably has conditions we don't know about yet.
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Vikram M
As someone who follows Middle East politics closely, this is a classic Iranian move—offering peace while sidestepping the core issue. The US is unlikely to accept a deal that doesn't address enrichment. India should watch carefully; we have strong ties with Iran but also need stability in the Gulf. Diplomacy is better than more bloodshed, but this seems like a stall tactic tbh.
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James A
A 14-point plan exclusively about ending the war, with no mention of nukes? That's like negotiating a truce in a burning house and ignoring the gas leak. The US response needs to be firm but flexible. Israel will also have a say, and they're still reeling from the missile attacks. Let's hope this doesn't turn into another drawn-out talks charade.
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Priya S
It's heartbreaking to see another war dragging on with civilians paying the price. The ceasefire in April gave some hope, but the failed talks in Islamabad show how deep the mistrust runs. India has always advocated dialogue over conflict. I hope Iran's plan includes concrete steps for humanitarian relief and rebuilding, not just vague promises. 🙏
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Michael C
The fact that Iran is talking directly to the US through responses is a small positive step after the horrific attacks. But I worry the US might

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