US sends 15-point peace plan to Iran while deploying troops in the region

The Trump administration has sent a 15-point peace plan to Iran as part of efforts to resolve the Middle East conflict, according to Pakistani officials, while simultaneously deploying at least 1,000 U.S. troops to the region. The dual approach signals Washington's attempt to combine diplomatic pressure with military positioning, though Tehran has already rejected the idea of negotiating with the United States. The troop deployment could serve as leverage in talks or as a deterrent, while Iran is simultaneously preparing for the possibility of direct U.S. military engagement on the ground. The contradictory signals—offering negotiations while expanding military presence—reflect the Trump administration's strategy of combining carrots and sticks in its Middle East policy. The outcome remains uncertain given Iran's stated refusal to engage in talks with Washington.