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Iran Rejects Trump's Cease-Fire Offer, Signals Talks Open

First article: 25 mar. 2026, 18:01 | Last update: 25 mar. 2026, 19:27 | 2 sources | 3 articles

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Despite rejecting a cease-fire proposal from former US President Donald Trump, Iranian officials have signaled an openness to engaging in dialogue. This development occurs against a backdrop of heightened tensions in the Middle East and ongoing negotiations regarding Iran's nuclear program. The potential for future talks could represent a pathway towards de-escalation, although significant obstacles remain.

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Iranians Reject Trump’s Offer for Cease-Fire but Signal Openness to Talk Foto: New York Times
New York Times 25 mar. 2026, 18:01 (1 hour ago)

Iranians Reject Trump’s Offer for Cease-Fire but Signal Openness to Talk

Iran does not want a momentary pause in the fighting, fearing that Israel and the United States would use that opportunity to beef up their forces before resuming strikes.

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Iran rejecting Trump’s 15-point plan is largest sign yet that the US is losing the war Foto: The Independent
The Independent 25 mar. 2026, 18:05 (1 hour ago)

Iran rejecting Trump’s 15-point plan is largest sign yet that the US is losing the war

The resignation of Joe Kent as head of the National Counterterrorism Center was most revealing, with his resignation letter insisting that Iran posed no imminent threat

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Iran pushes back on Trump’s peace plan: ‘It’s not even beautiful on paper’ Foto: The Independent
The Independent 25 mar. 2026, 19:27 (28 min ago) Excellent

Iran pushes back on Trump’s peace plan: ‘It’s not even beautiful on paper’

American troops are to be deployed to the Middle East as mixed messages about peace talks continue

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