US President Donald Trump has shared a 15-point proposal with Iran aimed at ending the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, saying “it all starts with the fact that they cannot have nuclear weapons,” according to a NYT report, signaling a new diplomatic pressure even as the military campaign continues.The plan, relayed through Pakistan, outlines key issues including Iran’s ballistic missile and nuclear programs, as Washington seeks to “offramp” from a war now in its fourth week that has widened to include multiple countries. Israel’s Channel 12 said Trump was proposing a one-month ceasefire, during which the parties would discuss a resolution that would include Iran handing over enriched uranium and banning further enrichment. The New York Times said it had not reviewed the document but was told it also addresses maritime security concerns. Since the conflict began on February 28, Iran has effectively blocked Western shipping through the Strait of Hormuz, disrupting global oil and gas supplies and sending prices soaring.The proposal also includes that Iran will ensure safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz.According to AFP, Israeli reports said that following the plan, Iran would end all sanctions, which it has imposed in various forms for years. Iran will also receive assistance in developing civilian nuclear power in Bushehr, a key site dating back to the 1979 Islamic revolution. However, it is unclear how widely the proposal has been circulated among Iran’s leadership or whether Tehran is willing to engage on its basis. There is also no clarity on whether Israel supports this initiative or not.Despite diplomatic outreach, there are no immediate signs of hostilities subsiding. Israeli officials have indicated that military action could continue for weeks. Recognizing the parallel diplomatic efforts, White House Press Secretary Carolyn Leavitt said, “As President Trump and his negotiators explore this new possibility for diplomacy, Operation Epic Fury continues unabated to achieve the military objectives set by the Commander in Chief and the Pentagon.”“Pakistan and its army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, are positioning themselves as potential mediators, taking advantage of Iran’s alleged ties with the Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps to facilitate communications. Egypt and Türkiye are also encouraging Tehran to engage constructively, officials said.The report said Munir had contacted Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf and proposed that Pakistan host talks between the two sides. Supporting the initiative, Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said that his country “fully supports the ongoing efforts to advance dialogue to end the conflict”. “Subject to the consent of the US and Iran, Pakistan is ready and honored to be the host to facilitate meaningful and decisive negotiations for a comprehensive resolution of the current conflict,” he said in a social media post.Iran’s ability to respond quickly remains uncertain. Senior officials reportedly face communication challenges and security concerns, fearing targeted attacks if they meet in person. At the beginning of the conflict, Israeli strikes killed several top Iranian leaders, including Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, creating uncertainty over decision-making authority in Tehran.While the US and Israel have targeted Iran’s missile infrastructure and nuclear facilities, Iran continues to launch attacks against Israel and neighboring countries. It is also believed to retain significant reserves of highly enriched uranium.The latest diplomatic pressure suggests that Washington, at least for now, may be willing to allow Iran’s current regime to persist in a weakened form, even if earlier positions on regime change appear to be wavering.