Iran and the United States have received a Pakistan-drafted plan aimed at ending hostilities, which could take effect soon and allow the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, a source familiar with the proposals said Monday.
The framework, developed by Pakistan and shared with both countries overnight, outlines a two-step approach: an immediate ceasefire followed by a broader, comprehensive agreement.
“All elements need to be agreed upon today,” a source said, noting that the initial understanding would take the form of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) finalized electronically through Pakistan, the sole communication channel in the negotiations.
Axios reported on Sunday that Pakistan, along with other regional mediators, has been conducting intensive diplomatic efforts to broker a potential 45-day ceasefire between Iran and the United States, with the goal of paving the way for a permanent end to hostilities.
The source told Reuters that Chief of Army Staff (COAS) and Chief of Defence Forces (CDF), Field Marshal Asim Munir, has been in contact “all night” with US Vice President JD Vance, special envoy Steve Witkoff, and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi.
Under the proposal, an immediate ceasefire would take effect, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, while 15–20 days would be allotted to finalize a broader settlement.
The deal, tentatively named the “Islamabad Accord,” would establish a regional framework for the strait, with final in-person negotiations scheduled to take place in Islamabad.
Meanwhile, a senior Iranian official told Reuters that Tehran has received Pakistan’s proposal for an immediate ceasefire and is reviewing it, emphasizing that Iran will not accept being pressured into strict deadlines. The official stated that Tehran will not reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for a temporary ceasefire and noted that Washington has not yet demonstrated readiness for a permanent settlement.
Iranian authorities have consistently stated that they seek a permanent ceasefire with guarantees against future attacks by the US and Israel. Tehran has received communications from mediators including Pakistan, Turkiye, and Egypt.
The final agreement is expected to include Iranian commitments not to pursue nuclear weapons in return for sanctions relief and the release of frozen assets, according to the source.
Two Pakistani sources noted that Iran has yet to formally commit, despite intensified outreach from both civilian and military channels. “Iran has not responded yet,” one source said, adding that proposals supported by Pakistan, China, and the United States for a temporary ceasefire have so far received no commitment.
Separately, Foreign Office (FO) Spokesperson Tahir Andrabi declined to confirm or deny reports that Islamabad proposed a framework to end the ongoing US-Israel conflict with Iran.
“There have been multiple reports regarding a 45-day ceasefire proposal or a 15-point plan,” Andrabi told Al Jazeera. “We do not comment on individual, specific reports. Our position is that the peace process is ongoing.”
The latest diplomatic push comes amid escalating hostilities that have raised concerns over potential disruptions to shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, a critical artery for global oil flows.
US President Donald Trump has publicly pressed for a rapid end to the conflict, warning of serious consequences if a ceasefire is not reached promptly.
The ongoing tensions have added volatility to energy markets, with traders closely monitoring any developments that could affect the flow of oil through the strait.
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