Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has reportedly said that Tehran is ready to bring the war to an end, but only if guarantees are secured to prevent future attacks on the country. According to international media reports, the remarks were made during a phone call with European Council President Antonio Costa.
As cited by multiple outlets, Pezeshkian said Iran has the “necessary will” to end the conflict, but stressed that this depends on key conditions being met. Chief among them, he said, are guarantees aimed at preventing a repeat of what Iran describes as “aggression.”
The details of these proposed guarantees remain unclear and have not been independently verified. It is not known whether Tehran is seeking formal written assurances, international monitoring mechanisms, or political commitments from global or regional powers. No official framework for negotiations has been publicly confirmed.
The call with Costa comes amid growing diplomatic pressure and continued instability in the region. According to statements released after the conversation, Costa described the situation as “extremely dangerous” and called for immediate de-escalation.
He also reportedly urged Iran to halt actions seen as escalating tensions and to engage with diplomatic efforts, including through the United Nations, particularly regarding security and navigation concerns in the Strait of Hormuz.
The exchange highlights a gap in priorities between Tehran and European leaders. While Iran is focusing on guarantees against future attacks, European officials appear to be prioritising immediate de-escalation and regional stability.
Pezeshkian’s remarks do not amount to a confirmed peace proposal. Instead, they appear to reflect a cautious diplomatic signal, suggesting that Iran may be open to ending the conflict under specific conditions.
Similar positions have reportedly been expressed in other recent diplomatic contacts. In previous conversations with international leaders, including India’s prime minister, Pezeshkian is said to have raised the need for assurances to prevent further escalation.
This consistency suggests that the demand for guarantees forms part of a broader diplomatic stance rather than a one-time statement. However, there is still no indication of an agreed process or timeline for negotiations.
At the same time, the broader geopolitical environment remains volatile. Statements from US officials in recent days suggest that tensions could intensify, although details remain unclear and developments are still unfolding.
From a diplomatic perspective, the issue of “guarantees” is likely to be one of the most difficult elements to resolve. In modern conflicts, such assurances often require international oversight, binding agreements, or broader political alignment between major powers.
For now, there has been no announcement of a ceasefire, formal talks, or any confirmed agreement between the parties. Officials have not provided further details on how or when discussions might proceed.
In practical terms, Pezeshkian’s statement appears to signal potential openness to negotiation, but not a confirmed shift toward ending the war. Until clearer terms and commitments emerge, the path toward de-escalation remains uncertain.