Iran has submitted a 10-point ceasefire plan to the United States, which includes demands such as the lifting of all sanctions, continued Iranian control over the Strait of Hormuz, and the withdrawal of US military forces from the Middle East. The Iranian foreign minister, Abbas Araghchi, indicated that safe passage through the Strait would be under Iranian military management, raising concerns about regional stability. The plan also includes the release of frozen Iranian assets and a UN resolution to make any agreement binding. Negotiations are being mediated by Pakistan, with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif inviting both Iranian and US delegations to Islamabad for discussions. While Iran's demands are seen as extreme and unlikely to be fully accepted by the US, they may serve as a basis for further dialogue. The situation is compounded by the upcoming US midterm elections, where public opposition to the war and rising fuel costs are influencing political dynamics. As of now, the US has not confirmed its participation in the talks, leaving the future of the ceasefire uncertain.