All parties should uphold their commitments: Iran's envoy Mohammad Fathali on commitment to new US peace deal
New Delhi, June 18
Iran's Ambassador to India, Mohammad Fathali, on Thursday asserted his nation's commitment to uphold the new peace deal with the US, while emphasising that its long-term success hinges on "mutual respect" and adherence to obligations.
This comes hours after US President Donald Trump and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian virtually signed the 14-point memorandum aimed at ending hostilities between the two countries, reopening the Strait of Hormuz and launching a 60-day process to negotiate a comprehensive final agreement.
Speaking with ANI, Ambassador Fathali characterised the agreement as a potentially transformative moment for global stability. "We believe that the current agreement has the potential to become a historic turning point in the region and in international relations, provided that all parties uphold their commitments in good faith and with a full sense of responsibility," Fathali said.
The Ambassador underscored that while Iran is prepared to honour the deal, the shadow of the past remains a point of concern. He contrasted Iran's history of compliance with the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) against the United States' previous unilateral withdrawal.
"Ultimately, any judgment regarding the sustainability of this agreement depends on the extent to which all parties adhere to their commitments," he added, warning that "if commitments are disregarded, it is only natural that its continuity and success will face significant challenges."
The agreement, which follows months of intense military escalation involving Iran, Israel, and the United States, establishes a structural framework for a regional ceasefire, economic cooperation, and significant sanctions relief. It also sets the stage for future diplomatic negotiations concerning Iran's nuclear program.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian hailed the agreement on social media, describing it as a "historic document" and a "message from a strong Iran." In his statement, the President emphasised the core philosophy guiding Tehran's participation: "Peace will be achieved through mutual respect."
Pezeshkian further reaffirmed that the Islamic Republic remains dedicated to "global peace, while preserving its dignity and independence, and to progress and regional cooperation."
As the international community reacts to this sudden pivot toward de-escalation, all eyes are on the implementation phase of the Islamabad Memorandum, with both Washington and Tehran signalling that this new chapter must be built on the bedrock of verified compliance and strategic trust.
— ANI
Reader Comments
As an Indian, I'm cautiously optimistic. The reopening of Strait of Hormuz is huge for our oil imports. But Iran's ambassador is right to be wary—America's track record on commitments isn't great. Remember how Trump tore up the nuclear deal in 2018? The shadow of the past is real. Let's see if Trump 2.0 behaves differently.
While this is positive for global peace, I don't trust either side fully. Iran has its own history of proxy warfare and the US has its track record of broken promises. For India, the key interests are stable oil prices and our diaspora's safety. The "Islamabad Memorandum" is a curious name though—Pakistan playing host to US-Iran talks? Interesting geopolitical shift.
I'm from the US but living in Bangalore now. This deal feels different from 2015. Both sides seem exhausted from the conflict. The 14-point plan with economic cooperation is smart—gives both countries tangible benefits beyond just security. Hopefully India can play a constructive role in the implementation phase since we have good relations with both.
Sab drama hai boss! 🎭 These peace deals come and go like seasons. Iran knows they need sanctions relief badly—their economy is in shambles. America wants to focus on China and Ukraine. So both have short-term incentives. But long-term? The mistrust runs too deep. India should just focus on ensuring our Chabahar port investment is protected regardless of who's in power in Tehran.
This is a significant diplomatic achievement if
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