Axios: New Peace Proposal to Iran Sparks Netanyahu’s Deep Concern
US mediators are crafting a tentative peace deal with Iran, amidst Israeli Premier Netanyahu’s strong opposition, as Gulf and regional powers push for nuclear and economic concessions.
According to the American website Axios, the two leaders discussed on Tuesday a new effort for an agreement with Iran. Sources familiar with the conversation described Netanyahu as “furious” after the phone call.
Trump informed Netanyahu that intermediaries are working on a “letter of intent” to be signed by the U.S. and Iran. This document would mark the official end of the war and open a 30-day period for negotiations, mainly concerning Iran’s nuclear program and the opening of the Strait of Hormuz.
Two Israeli sources reported that there was a clear disagreement regarding the next steps. An American source emphasized that Netanyahu was deeply concerned, while Israel’s ambassador to Washington conveyed similar impressions to American lawmakers.
A spokesperson for the Israeli embassy declined to comment on private conversations.
The Content of the Proposal
Qatar and Pakistan, along with Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt, have taken a key role in perfecting the plan and bridging the differences between Washington and Tehran.
Qatar recently presented a revised peace memorandum to both sides. A Qatari delegation even visited Tehran earlier this week. On its part, Iran states that talks are continuing based on its own 14-point proposal.
The Pakistani Interior Minister was in Tehran for the second time within a few days, attempting to facilitate mediation.
The goal is to secure more specific commitments from Iran regarding its nuclear program, alongside details from the U.S. about the gradual release of Iranian funds. However, it remains unclear whether Tehran will accept the new plan without significant changes.
The discussions are unfolding against the backdrop of regional tensions, while all three parties who spoke to Axios stress that nothing has yet been finalized.
