Iran has transmitted conditions for ending hostilities with the United States through Qatari mediators. The proposal includes an immediate halt to fighting on all fronts and the lifting of naval blockades.

Mohsen Rezaei, secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, outlined the terms in an interview with Al Jazeera. He stated that Tehran is awaiting a response from President Donald Trump.

Key Peace Conditions

The proposed framework seeks to de-escalate tensions through specific operational changes. Rezaei emphasized that accepting these terms would serve Washington’s best interests.

Rezaei warned that Iran remains ready for a “decisive war” if negotiations fail. He did not rule out further US strikes against Iranian targets.

Military Posture and Nuclear Stance

Despite ongoing conflict, Rezaei revealed that Iran recently tested a multi-warhead anti-ship missile near a US vessel or aircraft carrier. This test signals Tehran’s continued military capability amid diplomatic overtures.

On nuclear policy, Rezaei confirmed that Iran has not decided to withdraw from the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT). He noted that Tehran continues to honor former Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s fatwa against nuclear weapons. However, he warned that future sanctions or UN action could alter this stance.

Diplomatic Context

Qatar and Pakistan are facilitating efforts to return to a US-Iran negotiating framework. Rezaei mentioned that Iran and Oman were close to announcing a Strait of Hormuz agreement, but the deal was shelved and may require regional backing before publication.

US Response and Market Implications

Tensions remain high as President Trump considers drastic measures against Iran. Reports suggest Trump is weighing options including severe economic pressure or military action.

Former Pentagon official David Des Roches told Al Jazeera that Washington would likely view the proposed terms as a “surrender” rather than a serious negotiation opening. He highlighted that Iran dropped its earlier demand for war reparations as a sign of progress.

Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf previously warned the US of potential retaliation regarding the Strait of Hormuz. He cited a JPMorgan note stating that oil markets could not be modeled amid disruptions, suggesting Iran holds leverage over energy prices.

US Central Command estimates the military operations against Iran have cost $43.6 billion as of Sept. 3, while at least 22 U.S. service members have died since combat began on Feb. 28.

The casualty figure exceeds the Defense Department's public database tally of 18 fatalities by four, according to six U.S. officials familiar with internal data. Three U.S. contractors have also died during the conflict.

Cost Breakdown and Operational Impact

The financial estimate provided to congressional defense committees highlights significant capital intensity in munitions replenishment. The cost components are detailed below:

Munitions replacement constitutes the largest share of disclosed costs, exceeding operational expenses by more than double. The estimate does not include damage to U.S. bases. More than 820 troops have been wounded in action.

Strategic and Political Implications

Iran's closure of the Strait of Hormuz has disrupted oil and fertilizer shipments, pressuring global crude benchmarks. The war has also strained U.S. stockpiles of precision weapons.

Political scrutiny is intensifying. Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) accused the Trump administration of covering up troop deaths, calling it a betrayal of service members. Rep. Thomas Massie moved to force an impeachment vote against Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Senate Democrats have pledged investigations if they win the majority in November's midterms.