Iran Sets 7 Conditions to End War With US
What Happened
Iran’s security chief Mohsen Rezaei told Al Jazeera that Tehran has sent seven conditions to Washington through Qatari mediators to end the ongoing war. The demands include: ending hostilities on all fronts (notably Lebanon), releasing billions in frozen Iranian funds, lifting the U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports, halting interference in Iran’s internal affairs, stopping cooperation with opponents of Iran’s revolution, and ceasing all U.S. attacks on Iranian territory. Iran’s parliament speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf reiterated that the Strait of Hormuz will remain closed until these conditions are met. The U.S. has not yet formally responded.
Key Takeaways
Iran’s conditions highlight its dual strategy of keeping diplomatic channels open while warning of escalation. The demands, if rejected, could prolong instability in the Gulf, with global oil prices already crossing $100 per barrel due to disruptions.