US-Iran mediation: What are each side’s demands – and is a deal possible?

Al Jazeera DiplomaticNews ReportEN 8 min read 100% complete by Sarah ShamimMarch 25, 2026 at 12:45 PM
US-Iran mediation: What are each side’s demands – and is a deal possible?

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In March 2026, amidst the ongoing war between the US/Israel and Iran, the US, under President Trump, reportedly sent a 15-point ceasefire plan to Iran via Pakistan. The plan aims to establish a one-month ceasefire for negotiations to end the conflict, which began in late February and has caused significant casualties, disrupted shipping, and roiled global markets. Iran has consistently denied engaging in talks with the US, dismissing Trump's claims of productive conversations. The war was initiated by the US and Israel while negotiations with Iran were ongoing. Iran's response included closing the Strait of Hormuz and attacks on US assets, leading to soaring oil prices. While reports of the US plan have slightly calmed markets, the possibility of successful negotiations remains uncertain due to the conflicting demands of both sides.

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Key Claims (5)

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As of Tuesday, 1,500 people have been killed in Iran alone and 18,551 have been injured.

statistic — Iranian Health Ministry90% confidence

Iranian leaders said the US is “negotiating with itself“ in response to Trump's claim of productive conversations.

quote — Iranian leaders90% confidence

United States President Donald Trump has issued a 15-point plan containing US-Israeli demands and offers for ending the ongoing war on Iran.

factual — Al Jazeera90% confidence

Trump has said that Washington and Tehran have had “very good and productive conversations” aimed at ending the war this week.

quote — Donald Trump80% confidence

The US sent Iran a 15-point peace plan, which includes a one-month ceasefire while the two sides negotiate terms to end the war, via Pakistan.

factual — Al Jazeera, American and Israeli news outlets70% confidence
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Keywords

us-iran mediation 100% ceasefire plan 80% peace talks 70% war 70% iran demands 60% us demands 60% strait of hormuz 50% energy infrastructure 40% oil prices 40%

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Iran

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