Iran proposes suspending nuclear activities for up to five years – NYT

According to a report from the New York Times (NYT), Iranian officials had proposed
suspending its uranium enrichment for up to five years in its weekend talks with the United States (US) in Pakistan.

The report also states that US Vice President (VP) JD Vance-led team rejected the five-year offer.

However, US VP Vance didn't discuss about the same in his interveiw with Fox News, earlier in the day. Vance clarified in the interview that Iran giving up its nuclear ambitions and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz are non-negotiable terms.

Apr 14, 2026

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