Iran President Calls for End to 'No War, No Peace' Status with US
Summary
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says now is the right time to end the “no war, no peace” standoff with the United States, as talks continue over the Strait of Hormuz and broader conditions for any deal. Iran has tied reopening the waterway to compensation, sanctions relief, and other political and military demands.
Key Points
- Masoud Pezeshkian said Iran is in a strong position and urged an end to the “no war, no peace” situation with the United States.
- Iran and Oman are in advanced talks on a temporary arrangement for the Strait of Hormuz, a vital oil shipping route.
- Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said negotiations with Oman are in their final stages, but reopening the waterway depends on Iran’s conditions.
- Iran’s Supreme National Security Council set new demands, including an end to US threats, sanctions relief, compensation, and the release of frozen assets.
