Iran Links Peace to End of Foreign Aggression
In a recent high-level phone call with Indian Prime Minister Modi, Iranian President Pezeshkian stated that the ongoing instability in the Middle East stems from military interventions by external powers. He stressed that sustainable peace is impossible without an immediate halt to aggressive actions by the U.S. and Israel, along with binding commitments to prevent future violations.
Sovereignty Must Be Respected
Pezeshkian emphasized that regional nations' sovereignty and security must be upheld. He warned that continuous strikes and unilateral sanctions only deepen resentment and fuel conflict. True resolution, he argued, requires inclusive dialogue led by regional actors, not dictated by foreign agendas.
- Ending military operations is the first step toward de-escalation
- International oversight needed to prevent recurrence
- Peace efforts should be regionally driven, not externally imposed
Analysts suggest Iran is shifting from reactive diplomacy to proactive engagement. Meanwhile, India’s growing strategic role could position it as a potential mediator in future regional talks.