What do you need to know about Iran’s 10-point proposal to Trump to end conflict

CAIRO - 8 April 2026: A recent report by The New York Times has revealed the details of a 10-point proposal submitted by Tehran to the Trump administration through Pakistani mediators.

The initiative aims to halt the month-long conflict that has devastated Iranian infrastructure and threatened a wider regional escalation. This diplomatic move comes as a critical attempt to find middle ground before the expiration of U.S. deadlines.

Key Provisions of the Iranian Proposal:

- Security Guarantees: Iran seeks formal assurances against any future military strikes on its territory.

- Sanctions Relief: The full removal of all economic sanctions currently imposed on the country.

- Regional De-escalation: A cessation of Israeli strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon.

- Strait of Hormuz Reopening: In exchange for the above, Iran commits to lifting the blockade on the Strait of Hormuz, a vital artery for global energy supplies.

- The Transit Fee Model: Instead of demanding direct financial reparations for war damages, Iran proposes a $2 million transit fee for every vessel passing through the Strait. This revenue would be shared with the Sultanate of Oman.

- Funding Reconstruction: Iran intends to utilize its share of these transit fees specifically to fund the reconstruction of bridges and power plants destroyed by U.S. and Israeli strikes.

President Trump’s Stance:

While President Trump described the proposal as a "significant step," he initially deemed it "insufficient."

He maintained his firm stance, threatening strikes that would leave Iran’s infrastructure in a state that would take "100 years to rebuild."

However, analysts suggest that this 10-point plan served as the foundation for the recently announced two-week ceasefire, providing a diplomatic window to negotiate the technicalities of the "transit fee" model and the scope of sanctions relief.