The ceasefire proposal transmitted by the United States to Iran via Pakistan has been strongly questioned by Tehran. A senior Iranian official described the plan as "one-sided and unfair," serving only the interests of the U.S. and Israel, and failing to meet even the most basic conditions for successful negotiations. However, the official emphasized that diplomatic channels remain open, and Iran is still assessing potential next steps. Meanwhile, President Trump intensified pressure during a White House cabinet meeting, stating that Iran would face continuous strikes if it does not abandon its nuclear program and accept the agreement. He also admitted he was uncertain whether the U.S. was willing to reach a deal to end the war. As the U.S.-Iran conflict enters its fourth week, spillover impacts continue to expand. Since the U.S. and Israel launched attacks on Iran, Iran has retaliated against Israel, U.S. military bases, and Gulf states, and has effectively disrupted Middle East energy exports by blockading the Strait of Hormuz. The brief optimism regarding a ceasefire quickly faded, with international oil prices rising Thursday to $105 per barrel, global stock markets declining, and industries including plastics, technology, retail, and tourism beginning to face more pronounced supply chain and operational pressures.
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