The memorandum, signed in June following Pakistan-hosted talks, was intended to halt the fighting and open the way for a broader agreement. Both sides subsequently accused each other of violations, and it expired in August without producing a lasting settlement.
What we know about Iran’s conditions
Seven conditions conveyed: Rezaei says Iran has sent Washington seven conditions for beginning negotiations.
Not all disclosed: He has not publicly detailed the full list of seven.
Three demands identified: Rezaei has separately named an end to the war on all fronts, release of frozen Iranian funds and an end to the US naval blockade.
Qatar mediating: Tehran says Qatar conveyed its terms to Washington.
Pakistan involved: Islamabad continues its mediation efforts, with Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi due in Tehran.
Hormuz still in play: Rezaei says a proposed Iran-Oman agreement concerning the Strait of Hormuz remains ready.
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