Iran and the United States have reportedly received a Pakistan-formulated diplomatic proposal aimed at ending ongoing hostilities and paving the way for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, according to sources familiar with the matter.
The plan, developed through Pakistan’s mediation efforts, outlines a two-phase approach beginning with an immediate ceasefire followed by negotiations on a broader settlement. Under the proposed framework, an initial understanding would be formalised through a memorandum of understanding, with Pakistan acting as the central communication channel.
Sources said the proposal envisions a quick halt in hostilities, potentially allowing the Strait of Hormuz to reopen, followed by 15 to 20 days of talks to finalise a comprehensive agreement. The wider arrangement has been described as a tentative “Islamabad Accord,” which may include a regional mechanism for managing the strategic waterway and follow-up in-person negotiations in Islamabad.
Unconfirmed reports suggest that senior Pakistani leadership, including military officials, has been in contact with US and Iranian counterparts as part of ongoing diplomatic outreach. However, Iran is said to be reviewing the proposal and has not yet agreed to its terms, with officials reportedly insisting that any ceasefire must be permanent and not time-bound.
Iranian sources have also indicated that Tehran would not accept a temporary ceasefire in exchange for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, stressing concerns over long-term guarantees and security assurances.
Meanwhile, Pakistan’s Foreign Office has neither confirmed nor denied its involvement in presenting the framework, stating that multiple peace-related proposals are under discussion and diplomatic efforts are ongoing.
The developments come amid heightened tensions in the region, raising concerns over global energy supply routes passing through the Strait of Hormuz, a key passage for international oil shipments.
