Iranian President accuses US of ceasefire violations in call with Pakistani PM

• Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif discussed the ongoing Iran-US negotiations in Islamabad and the broader regional ceasefire.
• The Iranian President criticized Washington for "coercive behavior," citing maritime restrictions as a clear breach of existing understandings.
• Pezeshkian warned of potential consequences for global stability if the US and 'Israel' renew confrontations.

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif held a pivotal phone conversation on Sunday to discuss the latest regional developments, focusing heavily on the internationally mediated Iran-US negotiations taking place in Islamabad and the fragility of the current ceasefire.

Diplomatic appreciation and mediation efforts

During the call, President Pezeshkian expressed his gratitude for Pakistan’s sustained diplomatic engagement. He specifically thanked both the Prime Minister and the Pakistani Army Chief for their active roles in facilitating dialogue and supporting initiatives aimed at restoring regional peace.

In response, Prime Minister Sharif briefed the Iranian leader on Pakistan’s recent diplomatic engagements with other regional governments. He reiterated Islamabad's unwavering commitment to acting as an honest broker, working to help end hostilities and support long-term peace initiatives.

Allegations of US ceasefire breaches

A major focus of the Iranian President's remarks centered on recent actions by the United States. Pezeshkian strongly criticized what he described as Washington's "coercive behavior" and continued violations during both the negotiation process and the active ceasefire period.

Specifically, the President pointed to recently imposed US maritime restrictions targeting Iran. He stated that these actions constitute a "clear breach of the ceasefire understandings" and are fundamentally inconsistent with the United Nations Charter.

Pezeshkian argued that these measures, combined with threatening rhetoric, have significantly heightened Tehran's doubts regarding America's genuine commitment to the diplomatic process.

Warnings of escalation and regional security

Reaffirming Iran’s absolute determination to defend its national security, President Pezeshkian issued a stark warning regarding the potential fallout of a collapsed peace process.

He cautioned against the severe consequences that any renewed military confrontation by the United States and 'Israel' would have on both regional and global stability.

Despite the heightened tensions, Pezeshkian emphasized Iran’s ongoing commitment to strengthening ties with its neighbors. He specifically noted the importance of relations with states along the southern shores of the Persian Gulf, stressing that these partnerships must be based on "good neighborliness and mutual respect."

The President expressed hope that regional states will work collectively to promote peace and security, entirely independent of external interference.