Iran has formally rejected a U.S.-mediated proposal for a temporary ceasefire, demanding an immediate and permanent end to the ongoing regional conflict.

In a statement released Monday via state media outlet IRNA, Iranian officials dismissed the latest American-backed initiative, which included a 45-day pause tied to reopening the Strait of Hormuz, as inadequate.

Tehran described any temporary arrangement as a “tactical delay” that would allow its adversaries to regroup.

“The Islamic Republic of Iran will not accept phased or temporary ceasefires,” the statement said.

“We demand a permanent and comprehensive end to the war, backed by binding security guarantees, complete lifting of all sanctions, and reparations for damages.”

The rejected proposal, floated through intermediaries including Pakistan, called for an immediate halt to Iranian disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, a critical route for 20% of global oil trade, in exchange for initial sanctions relief and the launch of broader negotiations.

Iran responded with a detailed 10-point counter-proposal that includes:

A verifiable permanent end to all U.S., Israeli, and allied military operations;
Full removal of sanctions imposed since 2018;
International recognition of Iranian sovereignty over the Strait of Hormuz;
Reparations for war-related damage;
Regional de-escalation involving Iranian-backed groups; and
Multilateral guarantees against future aggression.

U.S. President Donald Trump has issued firm deadlines, warning of “severe consequences” if the strait remains blocked.

The conflict, now in its sixth week, escalated earlier this year after U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iranian nuclear and military sites.

Iran retaliated with missile attacks and proxy actions across the region.

Brent crude futures jumped more than 3% in early trading on fears of prolonged supply disruptions.

Shipping companies continue to reroute vessels, adding pressure to global energy markets.

Diplomatic channels remain open through third parties, though no direct U.S.-Iran talks are scheduled.

Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Nasser Kanaani said Tehran is “not negotiating from weakness” and is open to serious diplomacy that meets its core demands.

This article will be updated as developments unfold.