Iran Begins Restoration of 140 Historical Monuments Damaged in Attacks

Iranian authorities have begun the restoration of more than 140 historical monuments damaged in US-Israeli attacks, Iran’s ISNA news agency reported on May 10, 2026. The work addresses sites affected by recent strikes as diplomatic efforts continue through Pakistani mediators.

Iran sent a response to the latest US proposal that focuses on ending the war on all fronts, with particular emphasis on Lebanon, according to Iranian state media. Pakistan has received the Iranian response and is attempting to bring both sides toward a middle ground in the negotiations.

Other countries, including Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and China, have remained in contact with Iranian officials during the process.

Vaez, Director of the Iran Project at the International Crisis Group, described an emerging 14-point framework agreement discussed in Islamabad. The plan begins with an end to hostilities that includes Lebanon and provides guarantees against renewed conflict.

Once initial steps are completed, the framework calls for negotiations to remove the mutual blockade in the Strait of Hormuz. After that process, a 30-day renewable period would begin for talks on a final nuclear agreement, Vaez said.

Central Command stated that forces have redirected 61 commercial vessels and disabled four others during the ongoing blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. More than 20 warships are currently enforcing the measures. Iran’s deputy foreign minister warned that the presence of French and British warships, or those of any other country supporting US actions in the strait, would face a decisive and immediate response.