Iran confirms it has received ceasefire plan, but says US is not ready for peace
The United States, Iran, and a group of regional mediators have engaged in discussions regarding the terms of a potential 45-day ceasefire that could pave the way for a permanent resolution to the ongoing conflict, according to four US, Israeli, and regional sources familiar with the talks.
A senior Iranian official confirmed to that Tehran has received the two-tier ceasefire proposal from Pakistan and is currently reviewing the plan.
has not independently verified this report; however, other news agencies including AP and have also reported that both the US and Iran have received the proposals.
Despite this, Iran has stated it will not reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for a temporary ceasefire, and the US is reportedly not prepared to commit to a permanent ceasefire, according to the official. Tehran emphasized that it will not be pressured into accepting deadlines or making hasty decisions.
Over the weekend, US President Donald Trump issued a stern ultimatum demanding that Iran fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz by 8pm Tuesday (US Eastern Time).
Approximately 20% of the world’s oil supply typically transits through the Strait of Hormuz, and its effective closure is significantly impacting the global economy.
Iran’s deputy foreign minister has accused President Trump’s threats to destroy Iranian power plants and bridges of potentially constituting war crimes. Kazem Gharibabadi stated,
"The American president, as the highest official of his country, has publicly threatened to commit war crimes,"
citing international legal provisions that may be violated.
Iran’s central military command warned of a "much more devastating" retaliation should the US target civilian infrastructure.
Earlier on Monday, US-Israeli strikes reportedly killed the intelligence chief of Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC). The IRGC stated on their Telegram channel,
"Major General Majid Khademi, the powerful and educated head of the Intelligence Organisation of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, was martyred in the criminal terrorist attack by the American-Zionist enemy... at dawn today."
Israeli ambulance services confirmed that two people were killed after a residential building in Haifa, northern Israel, was struck by an Iranian missile.
Firefighters were searching for two additional individuals believed to be missing. Emergency services reported,
"Rescued two trapped individuals who were found under the rubble without signs of life"
after extensive rescue efforts.
The missile directly impacted a seven-storey building, causing partial collapse, according to military and fire and rescue officials. An Israeli Air Force investigation found that the missile was not intercepted because it fragmented mid-air.
Residents described hearing a loud explosion followed by a mushroom cloud and a subsequent gas explosion approximately ten minutes later.
Iran’s foreign ministry spokesperson stated on Monday that Tehran has formulated its positions and demands in response to recent ceasefire proposals transmitted through intermediaries, reported. The spokesperson added that negotiations are incompatible with ultimatums and threats of war crimes.
Esmaeil Baghaei, the spokesperson, said,
"Tehran had a set of requirements based on its national interests that had already been conveyed via intermediary channels, adding that earlier US demands such as the 15-point plan were rejected for being 'excessive.'"
He further stated,
"Iran does not hesitate to clearly express what it considers its legitimate demands and doing so should not be interpreted as a sign of compromise, but rather as a reflection of its confidence in defending its positions."
In response to questions about ongoing ceasefire efforts, Baghaei said,
"We have formulated our own responses and will announce details in due time."
Iran's Revolutionary Guards intelligence chief killed in US-Israeli strikes, say IRGC
AFP reports that US-Israeli strikes on Monday killed the intelligence chief of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards, according to the IRGC.
US Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari commented on the reported bombing of Sharif University of Technology in Tehran, stating,
"Sharif University is Iran’s MIT. They’ve produced a huge number of engineers who’ve gone on to Silicon Valley and founded some of the most successful American tech companies."
She questioned,
"Why are we bombing a university in a city of 10 million people?"
Ansari, whose parents fled Iran, spoke to in 2025 about US-Iran policy, noting a significant lack of knowledge and limited understanding within Congress regarding the historical and political context leading to the current situation.
Interim summary
As of 10:30am in Tehran, 10am in Tel Aviv and Beirut, and 3am in Washington DC, the following developments have occurred:
Iran’s deputy foreign minister accused President Trump of publicly threatening war crimes by threatening to destroy Iranian power plants and bridges. Kazem Gharibabadi stated,
"The American president, as the highest official of his country, has publicly threatened to commit war crimes,"
citing international law provisions.
President Trump used expletive-laden language demanding Iran reopen the Strait of Hormuz by Tuesday evening US time or face destruction of energy sites and bridges. On Truth Social, he posted,
"Open the Fuckin’ Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell."
The US, Iran, and regional mediators are reportedly discussing terms for a potential 45-day ceasefire that could lead to a permanent end to the war, according to Axios citing four sources.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu indicated Israel assisted the US in rescuing a second downed aircrew member in Iran, congratulating President Trump on a "perfectly executed American mission" and noting the president’s appreciation for Israel’s help.
Israel’s military announced a fresh wave of strikes against "regime targets" in Tehran on Monday.
Israeli search-and-rescue teams continue to search for two missing persons in Haifa after an Iranian missile strike killed two others.
Iran executed a man convicted of attempting to storm a military facility during January unrest after the Supreme Court upheld his sentence.
A Japanese shipping firm reported that an Indian-flagged tanker owned by its subsidiary passed through the Strait of Hormuz en route to India. Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announced preparations for talks with Iran amid the global energy crisis.
In the UAE, debris from an intercepted attack injured a person in Abu Dhabi. Authorities in Fujairah reported a drone launched from Iran targeted a du Telecom building.
Iran expanded attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure over the weekend, launching drone and missile strikes on petrochemical facilities in Kuwait, Bahrain, and the UAE. The Revolutionary Guards also claimed to have hit an Israeli-linked vessel at Dubai’s Jebel Ali port.
Iranian minister claims Trump threats could amount to war crimes
Iran’s deputy foreign minister Kazem Gharibabadi stated that President Trump’s threats to destroy Iranian power plants and bridges may constitute war crimes, citing Article 8(2)(b) of the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court.
"The American president, as the highest official of his country, has publicly threatened to commit war crimes,"
Gharibabadi warned that Iran would respond decisively to any aggression or imminent threat.
Japan-owned tanker crosses Strait of Hormuz
Mitsui O.S.K. Lines confirmed that the Green Asha, an Indian-flagged liquefied petroleum gas tanker owned by its subsidiary, safely transited the Strait of Hormuz en route to India.
In the UAE, debris from an intercepted attack injured a Ghanaian national in Abu Dhabi’s Musaffah industrial area, according to government media.
The incident followed a projectile interception by air defense systems. The UAE city of Sharjah reported an incident targeting Khor Fakkan port in the Gulf of Oman.
Pakistani nationals were reportedly wounded during the interception, prompting Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif to express solidarity with the UAE and call for restraint and de-escalation.
Authorities in Fujairah confirmed a drone launched from Iran targeted a du Telecom building with no injuries reported.
Iran executes man accused of trying to storm military site during protests
Iran executed Ali Fahim, convicted of attempting to storm a military facility during January unrest, following the Supreme Court’s affirmation of his sentence.
Three others linked to the incident have also been executed recently, with Amnesty International reporting another man may face execution soon.
Amnesty International condemned the use of the death penalty to suppress dissent amid ongoing conflict, highlighting allegations of torture and unfair trials.
The January protests were met with the largest crackdown in Iran’s history, with some estimates of casualties remaining unclear.
Authorities described the defendants as rioters attempting to seize weapons and military equipment.
The Israeli military identified missiles launched from Iran and reported that defensive systems are actively intercepting threats.
Israeli rescuers search rubble for two missing after Haifa attack
Israeli search-and-rescue teams continue efforts to locate two missing persons in Haifa after an Iranian missile strike killed two others and partially collapsed a seven-storey residential building.
Footage showed rescuers using flashlights amid rubble and debris.
The strike occurred shortly after the military detected new missile launches from Iran.
Elad Edri, chief of staff of Israel’s home front command, described the site as a "major destruction site."
Israel’s fire and rescue services reported that two of four trapped individuals were found deceased.
The missile was confirmed by the military to have been fired from Iran.
Four people were wounded, including a 10-month-old infant and an 82-year-old man, the latter in serious but stable condition.
Israel’s military announced completion of a fresh wave of strikes against regime targets in Tehran following reports of attacks on residential areas earlier in the day.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi stated preparations for leadership-level dialogues with Iran amid the global energy crisis, noting Japan’s heavy reliance on Middle Eastern crude oil.
Iran threatens 'devastating’ retaliation if civilian targets hit
Iran warned that if attacks on civilian targets continue, subsequent retaliatory operations will be "much more devastating and widespread." This warning followed President Trump’s threats to destroy Iran’s civilian infrastructure unless Tehran complies with demands to reopen the Gulf to shipping.
Trump vowed on social media to target Iran’s power plants and bridges, stating the country would be "living in hell" if the Strait of Hormuz remained closed, concluding with "Praise be to Allah."
Opening summary
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Iran’s parliamentary speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf condemned President Trump’s threats against Iranian energy and transport infrastructure, accusing him of being misled by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.
"Your reckless moves are dragging the United States into a living HELL for every single family, and our whole region is going to burn because you insist on following Netanyahu’s commands,"
Qalibaf posted on X.
Late Sunday, Netanyahu suggested Israel assisted the US in rescuing a downed airman in Iran, congratulating Trump on a "bold decision and a perfectly executed American mission." Netanyahu added, "The president expressed his appreciation for Israel’s help."
On Sunday, President Trump used expletive-laden language demanding Iran allow ships through the Strait of Hormuz, threatening further attacks on Iranian energy and transport infrastructure. On Truth Social, he wrote,
"Open the Fuckin’ Strait, you crazy bastards, or you’ll be living in Hell."
Despite US-Israeli airstrikes, Iran expanded attacks on Gulf energy infrastructure over the weekend, launching drone and missile strikes on petrochemical facilities in Kuwait, Bahrain, and the UAE. The Revolutionary Guards also claimed to have struck an Israeli-linked vessel at Dubai’s Jebel Ali port.
President Trump’s rhetoric drew criticism from various political figures, including former Republican ally Marjorie Taylor Greene, who called for intervention against what she termed "Trump’s madness." Senate Democrat Chuck Schumer described the president as "ranting like an unhinged madman on social media" and accused him of threatening war crimes and alienating allies.
Crude oil prices rose on Monday following Trump’s threats, with West Texas Intermediate increasing 1.86% to $113.62 per barrel and North Sea Brent crude rising 1.16% to $110.30 per barrel.
The second crew member of a downed US warplane was rescued overnight after a two-day search in southwest Iran. President Trump reported the crew member was "seriously wounded" but "safe and sound," with the rescue reportedly aided by CIA operations.
At least five people were killed in US-Israeli attacks in southwest Iran during the rescue operations.
Israeli rescuers recovered two bodies following the missile strike in Haifa, with ongoing efforts to locate two others.
On Sunday, Iran claimed to have struck a petrochemicals complex in Bahrain, with video footage showing thick black smoke rising from the site.
The Kuwait Petroleum Corporation reported Iranian drone attacks on several facilities, causing fires and significant material damage. Two power and water desalination plants also sustained damage.
Israeli strikes in Lebanon on Sunday killed at least 15 people, according to the Lebanese health ministry. Israel’s military chief visited troops in southern Lebanon, pledging intensified strikes against Hezbollah. One strike in Beirut’s Jnah neighborhood killed five and wounded 52.
