Iran (IRN) Reviewing U.S. 14-Point Peace Proposal Amid Conflict

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Iran is currently reviewing a U.S. peace proposal received via Pakistani mediators, according to Esmaeil Baqaei, a spokesperson from Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Reports suggest that a 14-point memorandum of understanding is being considered to end the ongoing conflict. President Trump indicated that the Iranians are eager to negotiate, stating the war may 'be over quickly.' While stocks rose and oil prices fell on Wednesday following these developments, the market saw shifts again on Thursday due to ongoing uncertainties regarding the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global energy supply. The continuation of 'Project Freedom' is also under consideration after restrictions by Saudi Arabia and Kuwait were allegedly lifted.