Arabic version: زاريف يكشف عن اقتراح للسلام بينما تنتقد دول الخليج تصرفات إيران
Former Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has proposed a comprehensive roadmap aimed at resolving the ongoing United States-Israeli war on Iran. Published in Foreign Affairs, Zarif’s plan seeks to extend beyond a temporary ceasefire and address the escalating hostilities across the Middle East.
According to Al Jazeera, the conflict, which began on February 28, has led to significant regional instability, with Iran attacking neighboring countries while claiming to target U.S. assets. Zarif emphasized that while Iran may perceive success in the war, continuing the conflict would only lead to further civilian casualties and infrastructure damage.
Zarif’s roadmap suggests that Iran should limit its nuclear program under international oversight and reopen the Strait of Hormuz in exchange for the lifting of sanctions. He proposed that Iran commit to never pursuing nuclear weapons and reduce its enriched uranium levels to below 3.67 percent. Furthermore, Zarif called for a mutual nonaggression pact with the United States, urging an end to all sanctions against Iran.
In addition to these proposals, Zarif outlined potential roles for regional and international actors, including the establishment of a regional fuel-enrichment consortium involving China, Russia, and Gulf states. He also suggested the formation of a security framework to ensure cooperation and safe navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.
However, Gulf state officials have criticized Zarif’s proposal, asserting that it fails to acknowledge Iran’s aggressive actions against its Arab neighbors. Anwar Gargash, a diplomatic advisor to the UAE president, highlighted the significant threat posed by Iranian missile and drone attacks. Former Qatari Prime Minister Hamad bin Jassim Al Thani noted that while he found merit in Zarif’s approach, the war has complicated regional dynamics and eroded trust among nations.
As diplomatic efforts continue, the U.S. has proposed a 15-point ceasefire plan, but progress remains elusive amid the ongoing conflict.
