US 15-Point Plan Reportedly Conveyed to Iran via Pakistan

US 15-Point Plan Reportedly Conveyed to Iran via Pakistan

Proposals from the United States aimed at ending the ongoing conflict with Iran have reportedly been transmitted to Tehran through Pakistani intermediaries, according to two senior officials in Islamabad cited by AFP.

The development comes as diplomatic activity intensifies across the Middle East, with regional actors attempting to de-escalate tensions that have persisted for nearly a month and disrupted security, trade routes, and energy markets.

The officials, who requested anonymity because they were not authorised to speak publicly, said the 15-point US plan was conveyed to Iran via Pakistan, which has increasingly been positioned as a neutral intermediary due to its longstanding ties with both countries.

Pakistan’s role in the emerging diplomacy is rooted in its strategic relationships. Islamabad maintains communication channels with both Iran and the United States, while also engaging closely with Gulf partners.

Pakistani authorities, including Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar, have reportedly been in contact with Iranian officials and have expressed readiness to host negotiations if required. Their outreach also extends to Gulf stakeholders, including discussions with Saudi Arabia’s leadership.

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The report noted that Sharif recently held talks with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, reflecting Islamabad’s effort to maintain balanced relations with key regional actors amid escalating tensions. Pakistan and Saudi Arabia also share a mutual defence framework, further underscoring their strategic alignment.

Additionally, Pakistan’s military leadership has been involved in diplomatic engagements. Chief of Army Staff Asim Munir is said to have participated in high-level communications, including a reported conversation with US President Donald Trump.

The reported US proposal is believed to outline a framework for de-escalation that may include restrictions on Iran’s nuclear activities, limitations on missile capabilities, and adjustments to regional military posture, alongside potential economic incentives such as sanctions relief. However, the full contents of the plan have not been officially disclosed by Washington.

The diplomatic push coincides with recent signals of cautious optimism from President Trump, who has indicated progress toward ending the conflict. At the same time, Tehran has announced measures such as allowing “non-hostile” oil vessels to pass through the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy corridor.

Despite these developments, Iran’s envoy to Pakistan, Reza Amiri Moghadam, stated that no formal negotiations—direct or indirect—have taken place between Washington and Tehran. He described recent claims of progress as inaccurate, maintaining that communication remains limited to indirect or unconfirmed channels.

Iran has historically relied on intermediaries such as Oman, Qatar, and now Pakistan for backchannel diplomacy with the United States, given the absence of direct diplomatic relations between the two countries.

Analysts say Pakistan’s involvement reflects a broader pattern of regional mediation efforts aimed at preventing further escalation in a conflict that has already affected shipping lanes, energy supplies, and geopolitical stability across the Middle East.

While Islamabad has signalled willingness to facilitate dialogue, the outcome of the reported 15-point proposal remains uncertain, with no official confirmation from either Washington or Tehran on the acceptance or rejection of the plan.

US 15-Point Plan Reportedly Conveyed to Iran via Pakistan