Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said that Tehran is willing to reach a “balanced and fair agreement” to ensure long-term peace and stability in the region, according to Tasnim News Agency.
He made these remarks during a phone conversation with Vladimir Putin on Sunday, as both leaders reviewed regional developments following Iran-US talks held in Islamabad, which were mediated by Pakistan amid a two-week ceasefire between Washington and Tehran.
Pezeshkian stated that the primary barrier to an agreement is what he described as US “double standards.” He emphasized that Iran is ready for a fair deal that guarantees lasting peace and security, provided that Washington complies with international legal frameworks.
Putin also criticized Western double standards, stressing the importance of respecting Iran’s sovereignty and territorial integrity. He supported Iran’s stance, including calls for compensation over damages from recent military strikes and the need for long-term security guarantees to prevent future attacks.
The Islamabad discussions were part of wider efforts to halt US-Israeli strikes on Iran, which have resulted in over 3,300 deaths since February 28, before a fragile two-week ceasefire was arranged earlier in the week.
Since the attacks began, Iran has limited ship movements through the Strait of Hormuz, a crucial route for global oil and gas transport.
Although Iran and the United States did not reach an agreement in Islamabad, there was no immediate escalation in conflict. Global leaders urged both sides to continue pursuing diplomatic solutions.
Reports from both countries indicated disagreements remained over control of the Strait of Hormuz and whether Iran would retain the right to enrich uranium under any future deal.
