US Offers Iran 15-Point Ceasefire Plan Amid Escalating Middle East Tensions

• Iran received a 15-point ceasefire proposal from the US, mediated by Pakistan, broadly covering sanctions relief, nuclear program rollback, and Strait of Hormuz access.
• The proposal comes as the US reportedly seeks to end the war, despite deploying 1,000 additional troops to the Middle East.
• Regional tensions escalate with Iran targeting Israel with ballistic missiles, Hezbollah firing on Israeli warplanes, and an airstrike killing Iraqi troops.
• South Korea downplays gas worries after Qatar plant strikes, while Japan discusses releasing oil reserves due to Middle East instability.
• Egyptian and Chinese officials support de-escalation and diplomatic solutions, with Israel warning citizens against public gatherings for holidays due to security concerns.