US and Iran Engage in Separate Talks to End Seven Months of War
The US and Iran are engaged in separate talks with mediators as part of a renewed effort to end seven months of war, according to officials from both countries.
The conflict began in late February with US and Israeli attacks on Iran, resulting in thousands of deaths and significant disruptions to global markets.
A previous ceasefire agreement was reached in April but quickly unraveled. The latest proposal, presented by Iran last week, involves a seven-day plan that would bring an end to hostilities, unfreeze billions of dollars' worth of Iranian assets, and lift US sanctions on Iranian oil.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi stated that his country remains steadfast in the face of aggression but is willing to engage in real diplomacy. US officials have spoken with mediators, but details remain scarce.