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Iran has reportedly agreed to freeze its nuclear program for an extended period on the condition that 400 kilograms of highly enriched uranium be transferred to Russia rather than the United States, according to Al Arabiya.
The proposal is said to be part of a revised peace framework delivered to Washington through Pakistan.
According to leaked details cited by the outlet, Tehran’s updated proposal outlines a long-term, multi-stage ceasefire arrangement with political language intended to allow the Iranian leadership to “save face.”
Under the plan, Iran would freeze — but not dismantle — its nuclear program. The stockpile of highly enriched uranium would reportedly be handed over to Russia.
Iran also proposed the gradual and secure reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, with Pakistan and Oman acting as guarantors. Tehran reportedly wants maritime security issues to be treated separately from nuclear negotiations.
More contentious topics, including the future of uranium enrichment and broader nuclear restrictions, would be postponed to later rounds of talks.
According to Axios, a US official described the revised proposal as only a slight improvement over previous versions and still insufficient for a final agreement. Washington has reportedly agreed to unfreeze only part of Iran’s blocked assets, while Tehran is seeking broader sanctions relief.
Iranian outlet Tasnim News Agency claimed that the US had agreed to temporary exemptions from oil sanctions during negotiations, although Iranian officials have not publicly confirmed this.
Israeli officials are reportedly concerned that US President Donald Trump could pursue a compromise deal with Tehran without resolving key security concerns.
The report also noted divisions within the Trump administration, with some Pentagon officials favoring a tougher approach toward Iran while others support continued diplomacy.
Trump recently warned that “time is running out” for Iran and threatened consequences if Tehran refuses what he described as a “better deal,” while also signaling that he expects a revised proposal from the Iranian side.
