US and Iran disagree on key points of ceasefire agreement

WorldPolitics
9 Apr 2026 • 9:06 PM MYT
The Independent
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  • A ceasefire agreement between Iran and the United States is proving fragile, with significant disagreements over its terms.
  • Trump dismissed a 10-point plan Iran claimed Washington had already agreed in principle would serve as a basis for future peace talks, saying there were “numerous” bogus lists and only one acceptable US plan.
  • A key point of contention is whether the ceasefire includes Israel's conflict with Hezbollah in Lebanon, which Iran and Pakistan affirm, but the US denies.
  • Confusion also surrounds Iran's right to continue nuclear enrichment, with conflicting statements from both sides regarding the agreement.
  • The Strait of Hormuz remains largely closed, with Iran still requiring permits for passage, while delegations from both nations are set to meet in Islamabad for peace talks.

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