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Iran tells US dialogue is not surrender as Tehran threatens retaliation over maritime attacks
International
Published on 14 May 2026
Tehran says “restraint is over” while sending peace terms
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says dialogue with the United States does not mean surrender, stressing Tehran will not retreat on sovereignty or national rights. As a diplomatic step, Iran submitted its response to a US de-escalation proposal through Pakistani mediators, with talks aimed at ending regional war and restoring commercial shipping. But the tone turned tougher: Iran warned restraint is over, citing recent maritime strikes, issuing retaliation threats against US interests, and outlining a staged 14-point plan.
- Pezeshkian said dialogue or negotiation is not surrender or retreat
- Iran sent its reply to a US peace proposal via Pakistan mediators
- Washington’s proposal includes ending the war and reversing Iran’s nuclear steps
- Iran’s reported 14-point framework features a 30-day phase toward a ceasefire
- Iran reportedly demands US sanctions lifted and ports blockade ended
- Iran warns it will stop strategic restraint after maritime and regional attacks
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