Hyderabad, April 6 -- Iran on Monday, April 6, rejected a United States (US)-backed ceasefire proposal, insisting any agreement must guarantee a permanent end to hostilities across West Asia, even as President Donald Trump described the plan as a "significant step" but insufficient.

Tehran conveyed its response via Pakistan, according to the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA), stating it would only consider a truce if the US and Israel immediately halt strikes, including those targeting senior leadership.

Tehran outlines conditions

Iran's 10-clause response rejects a temporary ceasefire and calls for a definitive end to conflicts across the region, including Gaza and Lebanon, with enforceable guarantees.

It demands the dismantling of...