US Breach of Commitments Seen as Major Obstacle to Peace: Speaker Qalibaf

Introduction

Speaker Qalibaf says that the US breaking its promises is a big obstacle to peace.

Iranian leaders are becoming more critical of the United States for actions they think are hurting peace efforts, which is making tensions in the Middle East worse. Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf, who is the speaker of Iran's parliament and a key player in the ongoing negotiations, says that the US's repeated failures to keep its promises are still the main problem that is keeping the region from becoming stable.

His comments come at a time when diplomatic efforts are already weak and it is unclear if real negotiations will happen. Qalibaf says that policies like naval blockades and military pressure that continue to be used go against the spirit of ceasefire agreements and stop any real progress toward peace.

Allegations of Broken Promises

Qalibaf's main point is that the US hasn't kept its promises under the current ceasefire framework. He specifically mentioned the naval blockade that is still in place against Iran. This blockade makes it harder for ships to get to important shipping routes and slows down economic activity.

Iranian officials say that these actions are not only against the idea of de-escalation, but they also amount to economic warfare. The blockade, which affects shipping routes through the very important Strait of Hormuz, has become a point of contention between the two sides.

From Tehran's point of view, keeping a blockade in place while also calling for talks is a contradiction. Qalibaf said that real dialogue can't happen when one side keeps using pressure and threats.

The Strait of Hormuz and Strategic Power

The Strait of Hormuz is still at the heart of the conflict. This narrow waterway is one of the most important routes for moving oil around the world, and any problems with it have big effects on the global economy.

Iran has said that it is not possible to reopen or stabilise the Strait right now. Qalibaf and other officials say that ongoing violations of the ceasefire terms, such as military activity and continued limits on Iranian trade, make it impossible to guarantee safe and normal operations in the area.

This stance is part of a larger plan: Iran is using its control over the Strait to get what it wants in talks. Tehran is trying to change the balance of power in diplomatic talks by linking the reopening of this important passage to the end of sanctions and blockades.

Ceasefire Under Pressure

The current ceasefire between the US and Iran, which was meant to be a temporary measure to make room for talks, is becoming more and more difficult to keep. Both sides have accused the other of breaking the rules, which has made trust even weaker.

The ceasefire, which started earlier in April, was already weak because there were still problems with sanctions, nuclear policy, and security in the region.

Qalibaf has said that the ceasefire is meaningless because of the ongoing violations, especially those that the US is blamed for. He has said that extending the ceasefire without addressing these violations only puts off the conflict instead of solving it.

Other Iranian officials have also said that they are not sure what the reasons are for extending the ceasefire. Some people think they are just strategic pauses and not real attempts at peace.

Increasing Distrust in Talks

One of the most important effects of these events is that the two sides are becoming less and less trusting of each other. Iranian leaders have said many times that what they see as the US changing its positions and not following through on promises has hurt past talks.

This lack of trust has made it harder for diplomats to work together. Iran doesn't want to talk more unless real steps are taken first, like ending the blockade.

Qalibaf's comments support this view by stressing that negotiations can't work if one side thinks the other is acting in bad faith. Iran is concerned not only about specific policies but also about the trustworthiness and credibility of international agreements.

Military Pressure and Regional Stability

Iran has also spoken out against the US and its allies' ongoing military pressure, in addition to economic measures. Officials say that threats of force, along with actions like taking ships and sending naval ships to the area, make things less stable instead of more secure.

The situation is more complicated because of the bigger picture in the region. The conflict has already had big effects on people and the economy, like trade being interrupted, energy prices going up, and tensions between countries rising.

Qalibaf has said that more pressure could cause things to get worse. He said that policies based on force and control are unlikely to bring about long-term peace and may even make the conflict worse.

A Stalemate with Global Implications

The best way to describe the current situation is as a strategic stalemate. Neither the US nor Iran is willing to make the compromises needed to move talks forward.

This deadlock has effects that go beyond the region itself. The Strait of Hormuz's instability, along with instability in other parts of the world, has already had an impact on global energy markets and raised concerns among international stakeholders.

At the same time, mediators' efforts, especially those from the region who are trying to help with dialogue, have not yet led to a breakthrough. The lack of progress shows how hard it is to settle long-standing geopolitical disputes, especially when trust is low.

The Main Problem: Conditions for Peace

The main issue between Iran and the United States is what needs to happen for peace to happen. Iran's top priority is to get rid of economic and military pressures, which it sees as necessary for real negotiations to happen.

Qalibaf has made it clear that talks are unlikely to work if these changes don't happen. He says that pressure alone won't bring about peace, and that respect for each other and keeping promises are both very important.

From the U.S. point of view, though, keeping up the pressure is often seen as a necessary way to reach strategic goals, such as limiting Iran's nuclear and regional power.

This basic difference in approach still affects how the conflict works.

Conclusion

Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf's comments show how deeply divided the Middle East is, which makes it harder to make peace. By calling U.S. actions "breaches of commitment," he has made it clear how important trust and reciprocity are in any diplomatic process.

The ongoing blockade, tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, and disagreements over ceasefire violations all point to a bigger problem: it's hard to go from fighting to working together in a very divided world.

Unless both sides can deal with these deeper problems and build a base of trust, it is hard to say if peace will last. For now, the area is still tense, and diplomacy is having a hard time getting going because of conflicting priorities and unresolved issues.