The US delivered a 15-point proposal for a one-month ceasefire to Iranian intermediaries in Pakistan, seeking to establish the structure and participants of high-level talks potentially as early as Thursday. Recipients and their reactions remain unclear amid conflicting statements from Iranian officials.

Pentagon ordered deployment of about 2,000 troops from the Army’s 82nd Airborne Division to the Middle East, raising prospects of ground operations even as diplomatic efforts continue. White House emphasized all military options remain available.

Brent crude rebounded above $104 a barrel after Monday’s 11% drop, reflecting market sensitivity to both expanded US military presence and signs of potential ceasefire negotiations in the Persian Gulf region. Several Gulf states have signaled readiness to join any US-Israel campaign if Iran targets their infrastructure.

A coalition of regional mediators, including Pakistan, is involved in brokering talks, but ambiguity persists over who from Iran will engage. Conflicting comments from Iranian foreign ministry spokespeople and parliament members have added to confusion over the likelihood and scope of a deal.