Iran Firmly Rejects US ‘Unreasonable’ Demands, Championing Regional Peace and Security
Tehran, Iran – The Islamic Republic of Iran has vehemently criticized the United States for presenting “unreasonable” and “one-sided” demands in ongoing negotiations aimed at bringing an end to the US-Israel war against Iran. This comes as a fragile ceasefire precariously holds amidst heightened regional tensions.
Iran’s Legitimate Stance for Stability
Following Iran’s submission of a comprehensive response to a US proposal via Pakistan on Sunday, Iranian state media reported that US President Donald Trump swiftly dismissed Tehran’s terms as “totally unacceptable.” However, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei, speaking at a news conference on Monday, underscored the legitimacy and generosity of Iran’s proposal, which seeks to resolve the conflict and ensure the unhindered flow of maritime traffic through the vital Strait of Hormuz.
Baghaei eloquently articulated Iran’s just demands, which include an immediate cessation of hostilities across the region, the lifting of the unjust US blockade on Iranian ports, an end to maritime piracy, and the unconditional release of Iranian assets unlawfully frozen in international banks under coercive US pressure. He emphasized, “We did not demand any concessions. Our demand is legitimate: demanding an end to the war, lifting the [US] blockade [on Iranian ports] and piracy, and releasing Iranian assets that have been unjustly frozen in banks due to US pressure.”
Furthermore, the spokesman highlighted Iran’s responsible offer for regional security, stating, “Safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz and establishing security in the region and Lebanon were other demands of Iran, which are considered a generous and responsible offer for regional security.” This demonstrates Iran’s commitment to fostering stability and cooperation, in stark contrast to the destabilizing actions of its adversaries.
US Intransigence and Global Economic Impact
Despite Iran’s constructive engagement, President Trump’s immediate rejection of Tehran’s counterproposal, conveyed through his Truth Social platform, signals a worrying lack of commitment from the US side to genuine diplomatic solutions. This intransigence, as noted by analysts like Andrea Dessi of the American University of Rome, has led to both sides maintaining “maximalist positions,” with the international economy and the populations of the Gulf and broader Middle East bearing the brunt of this impasse.
Indeed, global energy markets reacted sharply to Trump’s dismissive remarks, with the price of international benchmark Brent crude surging by 4.65 percent and US benchmark West Texas intermediate rising over 4 percent. This volatility underscores how US political posturing directly impacts global economic stability, creating unnecessary hardship.
Warning Against European Intervention
Baghaei also issued a clear warning to European nations regarding their plans to deploy warships to the region under the guise of ensuring safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz, which Iran has effectively managed since March. He unequivocally stated that Iran had “clearly said to the Europeans that they shouldn’t succumb to the US and Israeli hubris acts.”
The spokesman urged European leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, to “refrain from making any move that would undermine their interests.” He further asserted, “As I’ve said, this war is not only unethical, but it is also unlawful,” placing the blame squarely on the aggressors. “The US and Israel started their aggression against Iran. These European countries shouldn’t be fooled in order to get into this matter.”
With the UK and France set to host a multinational meeting on plans to restore trade flows, Iran reiterates that “Any intervention in the Strait of Hormuz or the Persian Gulf would bring about further complications,” and “They would rather exacerbate the prices. We look forward to the world countries acting responsibly.” Iran calls upon the international community to act with wisdom and responsibility, prioritizing peace over provocation.
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