Iran says it is examining a fresh U.S. peace proposal as regional and global tensions remain high and mediators press on with shuttle diplomacy.
Diplomatic push, Pakistan mediation
Pakistan’s army chief, Gen. Asim Munir, was reported to be traveling to Tehran to continue Islamabad’s mediation between Washington and Tehran. Iranian officials said the Pakistan-facilitated exchanges are based on an initial 14-point Iranian framework that seeks a full end to hostilities on all fronts, the release of frozen assets and an end to what Iran calls “piracy” against its commercial shipping. Iranian state outlets quoted Foreign Ministry spokespeople saying Tehran has received the U.S. views and is reviewing them.
Trump: willing to wait briefly, but firm on nukes
President Trump told reporters he is prepared to wait “a couple of days” for Iran’s response, saying he would delay action if it could prevent further loss of life. At the same time, he reiterated that Iran must not be allowed to obtain a nuclear weapon, warning that nuclear proliferation in the Middle East would risk wider conflict. Trump said negotiators he’s encountered have impressed him, but he stressed that any deal would have to meet U.S. demands in full or military options remain on the table.
Conflicting reports on enriched uranium
Reuters cited senior Iranian sources saying the country’s new supreme leader ordered that its stockpile of highly enriched uranium remain inside Iran — a move that would directly contradict a central U.S. negotiating demand to remove the material. Iranian state media and other Iranian officials later suggested the matter remained under discussion; an Al Jazeera reporter quoted a senior Iranian official denying a new order and calling the Reuters account “propaganda.” CBS News has not independently confirmed the Reuters report.
Military and maritime tensions
U.S. Central Command said American forces have redirected 94 commercial vessels as part of a blockade on Iranian ports and vessels and have disabled four ships to halt commerce into and out of Iran. Tehran has responded by enforcing de facto control over transits through the Strait of Hormuz, demanding vessels coordinate with the IRGC navy and at times charging fees for passage. Iranian state television reported roughly 30 ships transited the strait this week in coordination with Iran’s naval forces; some of those vessels’ ownerships remain unclear and could make them targets under the U.S. blockade.
Regional and international reactions
– NATO and allies: U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio criticized U.S. NATO partners for declining to participate in offensive operations against Iran, saying some allies “refuse to do anything” while others have focused on securing shipping lanes after hostilities end. France and the U.K. have announced multinational initiatives to protect the Strait of Hormuz once hostilities cease.
– United Nations: The U.N. high commissioner for human rights condemned the execution of more people in Iran, saying authorities have used the conflict as a pretext to suppress dissent. Human rights groups report a sharp rise in executions and mass arrests since the onset of the war.
– Gulf states: A senior UAE official dismissed Tehran’s claims of controlling waters in the Hormuz area as unrealistic, calling such plans a “pipe dream.”
Legal and security developments in Europe
German prosecutors charged two men allegedly acting on behalf of Iran’s Quds Force with planning to murder and spy on Jewish and pro-Israel figures in Germany; both remain in custody. The charges allege espionage, attempted murder and plans to commit arson and sabotage targeting members of the Jewish community and public figures.
Flotilla incident and international fallout
Israel intercepted a pro-Palestinian flotilla attempting to reach Gaza, detained hundreds of activists and has begun deportations. Video of Israel’s national security minister taunting detained activists drew widespread condemnation. Italy formally requested EU sanctions against the minister for his conduct, and the U.K. summoned Israel’s chargé d’affaires over the footage. Several other countries have already sanctioned the minister for alleged incitement.
Domestic and cultural impacts
Iran’s president vowed to strengthen the military and boost deterrence and logistics, while cultural figures warn the war and heightened repression are damaging Iran’s film industry and creative community. Directors at the Cannes Film Festival said censorship, financial hardship and internet restrictions have choked production and pushed more filmmakers underground.
Other notable items
– Pakistan and other regional mediators are actively engaged in shuttle diplomacy to try to lock in terms that would end the fighting.
– Iran says 20 sailors whose vessel was seized near Singapore have returned to Iran, thanking Pakistan for assistance in securing their release.
– Global markets: U.S. stocks slipped in early trading as oil prices rebounded to around $108 a barrel, keeping pressure on markets amid uncertain tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz.
What’s next
Negotiations remain at a delicate stage. Tehran says it is reviewing the latest U.S. proposal; Washington has signaled a willingness to pause briefly for a response but cautioned patience will be short if Tehran does not meet key demands. Meanwhile, military deployments and maritime interdictions continue to shape the leverage each side holds as mediators push to secure a binding agreement.