After the 2-week ceasefire agreement reached between the United States (US) and Iran, the parties will try to finalize a peace agreement. This is the conclusion drawn from the reactions of officials.
The parties will meet in Islamabad, the capital of Pakistan, which mediated the ceasefire. Iran demands the lifting of sanctions and the withdrawal of US forces from the region.
Commenting on the ceasefire agreement to Modern.az, Israeli journalist and political scientist Igor Roytapel stated that the two-week ceasefire is not a step towards lasting peace:
“This is a tactical pause. The ceasefire achieved can reduce tension and create a window for negotiations, but it is not enough to establish long-term security guarantees. At best, it defines the basic framework for dialogue. The main topics are Iran's nuclear program, international monitoring mechanisms, the gradual lifting of sanctions, and Tehran's regional activities. The expectation is not a final agreement, but an interim roadmap with clearly defined stages.”
I. Roytapel noted that the US has shown flexibility through the partial lifting of sanctions and a phased approach to negotiations:
“This is a tactical measure designed to turn events into a negotiating tool rather than a strategic concession. Accordingly, Iran may agree to temporary restrictions on its nuclear program and increased international oversight. These steps are tactical in nature, while the country's strategic goals remain unchanged. The likelihood of negotiations leading to a long-term peace agreement is low. Deep distrust and conflicting interests make a comprehensive solution impossible. A more realistic scenario is not a complete resolution, but managed tension.”
The political commentator also spoke about whether regional actors such as Israel, Turkey, Russia, and Pakistan would influence the process:
“Israel will adopt a firm stance and carefully manage security risks. This requires rearmament and technological strengthening. Turkey seeks to expand its role as a mediator and increase its regional influence. Russia uses the situation as a tool for geopolitical influence while participating in negotiations. Pakistan adds an additional layer of strategic uncertainty due to its nuclear capabilities and influence in the Islamic world.”
