Iran has outlined three conditions for ending its war with the United States and Israel, as the conflict entered its 13th day on Thursday.
Posting on X, Iran’s president, Masoud Pezeshkian, said Tehran remained committed to peace but insisted that the war – which he said had been “ignited by the Zionist regime and the US” – could only end if Iran’s rights were recognised, reparations were paid and international guarantees were provided to prevent future aggression.
“Talking to leaders of Russia and Pakistan, I reaffirmed Iran’s commitment to peace in the region,” Pezeshkian wrote. “The only way to end this war – ignited by the Zionist regime and US – is recognising Iran’s legitimate rights, payment of reparations, and firm international guarantees against future aggression.”
The war began on February 28, when the United States and Israel launched coordinated airstrikes on Iranian military and strategic targets across several cities, including the capital Tehran.
According to Iranian authorities, the attacks resulted in heavy casualties, including the death of Iran’s former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, along with senior military commanders and civilians.
In response, Iran launched missile and drone attacks on Israeli territory and on locations across the Middle East believed to host U.S. military assets. These retaliatory strikes have significantly widened the conflict and raised fears of a broader regional war.
Rising Tensions and Threats
Iran’s military leadership has warned that any further attacks—especially on Iranian ports or infrastructure—could trigger large-scale retaliation. Iranian officials stated that no port, economic center, or strategic location in the Persian Gulf would be beyond their reach if the conflict escalates further.
Meanwhile, diplomatic contacts are ongoing. Pezeshkian said he has discussed the situation with leaders from Russia and Pakistan, reiterating Iran’s claim that it is open to peace if its conditions are met.
The war is already affecting the wider region and global markets. Oil supply disruptions and attacks on shipping routes have caused concern over energy security and rising fuel prices worldwide. The conflict has also drawn in regional actors and increased fears of a prolonged Middle East war.
Let there be Peace