Iran Says Regional Peace Requires End to War on All Fronts, Including Lebanon

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Saeed Khatibzadeh has said that ending hostilities on all fronts is essential to achieving lasting peace in the Middle East, warning that continued fighting in any part of the region would undermine broader efforts to end the conflict. He reiterated Tehran’s position that the war involving Israel and Lebanon must be addressed as part of a comprehensive regional settlement.

Iran Says Regional Peace Requires End to Fighting on All Fronts

In an interview with Lebanon’s Al Mayadeen television network on Friday, Khatibzadeh said a conflict could not be considered over if hostilities continued on any front. His remarks reflect Iran’s position that separate ceasefires would not deliver lasting regional stability while fighting persisted elsewhere. According to Iran’s state-run IRNA news agency, Khatibzadeh stressed that Tehran remained committed to ending the Israeli military campaign in Lebanon and considered the issue an important part of wider diplomatic efforts. Iran War: US Claims Tehran’s Oil Revenue Hit by USD 25 Billion as CENTCOM Targets IRGC Finances.

Lebanon a Key Issue in Iran-US Understanding

Khatibzadeh made the remarks after visiting Beirut, where he held talks with Lebanese officials, including Parliament Speaker Nabih Berri, Prime Minister Nawaf Salam and representatives of the Foreign Ministry. He said Lebanon was among the key issues discussed between Iran and the United States under the Islamabad memorandum of understanding, signed in mid-June 2026. During his visit, the Iranian deputy foreign minister said he sought to bring the positions of the parties closer together.

Iran has maintained that ending the war in Lebanon must form part of any broader arrangement aimed at halting regional hostilities.

Khatibzadeh Accuses US and Israel of Violating Islamabad Understanding

The Iranian deputy foreign minister accused Washington and Tel Aviv of violating the Islamabad understanding through attacks on Iran and Lebanon. He also said US efforts to secure a ceasefire and end Israel’s military campaign in Lebanon had reached a deadlock. Khatibzadeh argued that the United States was responsible for restraining Israel and ensuring that commitments made under diplomatic arrangements were honoured. These allegations reflect Tehran’s position on the breakdown of efforts to de-escalate the conflict. Iran Sets 7 Conditions for US Talks: What Are Tehran’s Demands To End War?.

Iran Signals Readiness for Nuclear Talks and Hormuz Proposal

Khatibzadeh described the US military campaign against Iran as illegal under international law and said Tehran would continue to defend its sovereignty and territorial integrity. At the same time, he said Iran was prepared to address concerns raised by the United States and the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) regarding its peaceful nuclear programme. He cited more than 15 IAEA reports that he said supported Iran’s compliance with its commitments.

The Iranian official also said Tehran had proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz within seven days. The strategic waterway is a major route for global oil shipments, making its status an important concern for energy markets and regional security.

Iran Reiterates Support for Hezbollah

Khatibzadeh described Hezbollah as a Lebanese political party that emerged in response to Israeli attacks and occupation. He said Iran’s relations with its regional partners were based on shared principles, beliefs and values. His remarks come amid continuing regional tensions and diplomatic efforts to prevent conflicts involving Iran, Israel and Lebanon from escalating further.

Tehran’s central message remains that a lasting settlement must address hostilities across the region rather than focus on a single battlefield. Whether this approach can translate into a broader agreement will depend on the positions taken by the parties involved and the progress of diplomatic efforts.