Ghalibaf calls Tehran–Washington deal strategic win, urges diplomatic prudence

WEB DESK: Speaker of the Iranian Parliament Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf has said that the recently concluded Tehran–Washington agreement represents a far greater achievement than any military confrontation, describing it as a product of strategic negotiations rather than conflict.

In an interview, Ghalibaf said the outcome achieved through dialogue was “several times more effective” than what could have been obtained through military action, stressing that Iran should move forward with “wisdom and prudence.”

He added that slogans without practical action ultimately serve the interests of adversaries, while negotiation should not be interpreted as surrender but as a form of strategic intelligence and foresight.

Strategic outlook and regional implications

Ghalibaf said Iran is operating from a position of strength and is benefiting from the agreement, adding that the management and control of the Strait of Hormuz is the sovereign right of its coastal states.

He also noted that services passing through the waterway could be subject to fees under agreed terms.

Referring to Article 13 of the deal, he said mechanisms have been established to determine responses in case of any actions, with provisions for monitoring and coordination through mutually agreed third-party mediators.

He further stated that if the United States refrains from any hostile action, Iran would also avoid retaliatory measures, framing the agreement as a structured framework for de-escalation and mutual restraint.