The President of the United States is seeking a 'unified' response from Iran’s leadership to proposals aimed at ending hostilities, as reports suggest internal divisions within Tehran. While some reports indicated Washington had given Iran a deadline of several days to present a coherent position or risk the collapse of the ceasefire, the White House denied that any firm deadline had been set. The administration said discussions remain focused on Iran’s nuclear program and reiterated that Iran must not obtain a nuclear weapon and must surrender its enriched uranium.

Amid the diplomatic uncertainty, Iran has taken a defiant stance, firing on ships in the Strait of Hormuz and seizing two vessels, while accusing Washington of hypocrisy and breaching commitments. Iranian leaders blamed sanctions and blockades for obstructing genuine negotiations. The United States continues to enforce sweeping economic measures as pressure mounts for Tehran to clarify its negotiating position.

Talks could resume in Pakistan within days following mediation efforts, though Iran has not formally committed to attending. The Vice President of the United States had reportedly prepared to travel for earlier negotiations that did not materialize. The President has indicated openness to renewed diplomacy and appears reluctant to escalate militarily, while also claiming that Iran rescinded planned executions of eight women after his intervention, a claim denied by Iran’s judiciary.