[Iran's Response to U.S. Proposal Focuses on Ending War and Maritime Security] According to Golden Finance, on May 10, the Iranian Students' News Agency reported that Iran's response to the U.S. proposal for ending the war focuses on ending the conflict as well as maritime security in the Persian Gulf and the Strait of Hormuz. The Islamic Republic News Agency on May 10 cited an informed source stating that Iran has officially submitted its response to Pakistan, the mediator, regarding the latest U.S. proposal aimed at ending the war. The current stage of negotiations will be entirely focused on halting hostile actions in the region. A source from Pakistan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed on May 10 that after receiving Iran's response, Pakistan has forwarded it to the U.S. side. (Xinhua News Agency)