Iranian President Pezeshkian outlines terms for ending conflict

On March 11, 2026, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian communicated with the leaders of Russia and Pakistan regarding the ongoing conflict. Pezeshkian stated that ending the hostilities requires the recognition of Iran's rights, the payment of reparations, and firm international guarantees against future aggression. The President attributed the conflict, which escalated on February 28, 2026, to actions by the United States and Israel. Following the death of former Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei in the current military operations, both sides have engaged in ongoing missile and drone exchanges. While Pezeshkian emphasized that Iran aims to target only sources of aggression, he also vowed a strong response to U.S. and Israeli attacks. Internally, the President faces criticism from the Revolutionary Guards for his attempts to de-escalate tensions with Gulf nations. The situation remains volatile amid reports of attacks on ships near the Strait of Hormuz and threats against financial institutions linked to the U.S. and Israel.