Iran submits 14-point proposal, US signals skepticism

Iran has submitted a 14-point proposal to the United States, reportedly via a Pakistani intermediary, aimed at ending the conflict between the two countries. The US response has been mixed: President Donald Trump said discussions were "very positive," but also expressed doubt about a breakthrough and rejected the proposal as back-channel talks stalled.

Iran says it is reviewing the US response and has ruled out nuclear talks. An Iranian official warned the US to choose between "an impossible war or a bad deal." The proposal comes amid ongoing tensions, with Trump's policies also affecting China.