As the conflict involving Iran, Israel and the United States entered its 13th day, Tehran signalled that it is open to ending the war but only if its core demands are met.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian on Thursday outlined three key conditions for a ceasefire, asserting that the ongoing hostilities were triggered by what he described as aggression by Israel and its Western allies.
In a statement shared on social media platform X, Pezeshkian said that the conflict could end only if Iran’s “legitimate rights” are recognised, reparations are paid for the damage caused, and binding international guarantees are provided to prevent any future attacks on the country.
“The only way to end this war, ignited by the Zionist regime and the United States, is the recognition of Iran’s legitimate rights, payment of reparations, and firm international guarantees against future aggression,” the Iranian president said.
Pezeshkian also revealed that he had held conversations with the leaders of Russia and Pakistan, during which he reiterated Tehran’s stated commitment to regional stability and peace.
Meanwhile, the conflict has continued to escalate on the ground. Airstrikes and missile attacks have been reported across multiple locations, including Iran’s capital Tehran, where plumes of smoke were seen rising after fresh strikes earlier this week.
With no immediate signs of de-escalation, the ongoing war between Iran, Israel and the United States is increasingly drawing international concern, particularly over the risk of wider regional instability and disruptions to global energy routes.
As diplomatic channels remain active, global powers are closely watching whether Tehran’s conditions could form the basis of negotiation or further harden positions in an already volatile confrontation.
