Iranian state-linked media reported Sunday that Tehran has received a formal response from the United States regarding its latest peace proposal. The document, reportedly delivered via Pakistani intermediaries, is currently under review by Iranian officials according to the Tasnim news agency.

While the White House has not yet officially confirmed the dispatch of the reply, President Donald Trump indicated on Saturday that a review of the Iranian framework was imminent. Despite the diplomatic movement, the President expressed skepticism regarding the terms, stating on Truth Social that he "can't imagine that it would be acceptable," citing Iran's historical conduct over the last 47 years.

The 14-Point Framework

Tehran’s proposal reportedly consists of a 14-point plan aimed at a definitive end to regional hostilities. Key demands include:

• The withdrawal of U.S. forces from territories adjacent to Iranian borders.

• The cessation of the naval blockade currently restricting Iranian ports.

• A regional end to hostilities, specifically naming Israel’s military operations in Lebanon.

• A 30-day window to reach a final, binding agreement.

The Iranian initiative serves as a counter-offer to a previous nine-point U.S. plan that proposed a more limited two-month ceasefire.

Legal and Legislative Friction

The diplomatic exchange comes at a critical legal juncture for the Trump administration. Friday marked the 60th day since the formal notification of military action against Iran, which began on February 28. Under the War Powers Resolution, a president must secure Congressional authorization within 60 days of notifying lawmakers of military action or begin the withdrawal of forces.

President Trump argued in a letter to Congress that the conflict was effectively "terminated" when a ceasefire took effect on April 8, thereby "pausing the clock" on the need for legislative approval. He further characterized the ongoing naval blockade as a "very friendly" measure that does not constitute a continuation of active conflict.

Growing Bipartisan Concern

The administration’s strategy is facing increasing scrutiny from Capitol Hill, including from within the Republican party:

• Senator Josh Hawley (R-MO) called for a redeployment of forces away from the conflict, stating his desire to "wind it down" rather than seek an extension of war powers.

• Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) expressed concern over the "murky objectives" of the operation, warning against both a "blank check for another endless war" and a premature withdrawal that might leave Iranian military capabilities intact.

Security Outlook

When questioned about the potential for renewed kinetic strikes, President Trump told reporters that military action remains "a possibility" if Iran "misbehaves." He emphasized a long-term commitment to the region to ensure "nobody has to go back in two years or five years," while reiterating the administration's red line: "Iran can never have a nuclear weapon."

Tehran continues to maintain that its nuclear program is intended for peaceful energy purposes, though international observers remain concerned by its enrichment of uranium to near-weapons-grade levels.