ALBAWABA- US President Donald Trump warned that Iran would face a significantly intensified military campaign if it rejects a new US proposal aimed at ending the Gulf standoff, as Washington pushes for a rapid response to terms that could reopen the Strait of Hormuz and ease escalating regional tensions.
Notably, the United States has presented the proposal to Tehran through Pakistani mediators, offering to halt what Trump described as the “Epic Wrath Operation” and lift restrictions on maritime traffic if Iran complies. He cautioned that failure to accept the deal would result in renewed military action at a “much higher level and intensity.”
Speaking to the New York Post, Trump said it was too early to discuss direct peace talks and ruled out traveling to Pakistan for negotiations.
According to Axios, the two sides are nearing agreement on a one-page memorandum that would see Iran freeze uranium enrichment in exchange for sanctions relief, the release of frozen assets, and eased shipping restrictions through the Strait of Hormuz. Iran has reportedly been given 48 hours to respond.
Iranian state television described aspects of the proposal as “unacceptable,” saying no official response had yet been issued and accusing US media of attempting to portray the offer as a retreat from recent hostilities.
In parallel, Tehran announced the establishment of the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) to regulate maritime traffic and impose transit fees in the strategic waterway.
Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif welcomed reports of a pause in the US-led “Project Freedom” operation, attributing it to diplomatic efforts by Pakistan and regional partners, including Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman.
