Conflict – Iran President Calls for Guarantees to End Escalating Regional War

Conflict – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has stated that the ongoing conflict in West Asia can only come to an end if Iran’s sovereign rights are formally acknowledged and strong international assurances are provided to prevent future attacks. His remarks come as hostilities in the region continue without any clear sign of de-escalation.

Diplomatic contacts with Russia and Pakistan

Pezeshkian said he conveyed Iran’s position during conversations with the presidents of Russia and Pakistan. According to him, Iran remains committed to regional stability and peace but insists that any resolution must address the causes of the conflict.

The Iranian president said the confrontation began with what he described as aggressive actions by Israel and the United States. He emphasized that ending the conflict would require recognition of Iran’s “indisputable rights,” compensation for damages caused during the fighting, and binding international guarantees that similar actions would not occur again.

His statement reflects Tehran’s broader diplomatic effort to gather support from regional and global partners while continuing to frame the conflict as a matter of national sovereignty and security.

Damage to civilian infrastructure reported

Iranian state media has also reported significant damage to civilian facilities since the conflict intensified. Citing Mojtaba Khaledi, spokesperson for the Iranian Red Crescent Society, the reports claim that thousands of non-military structures have been affected by attacks.

According to these figures, around 19,734 civilian buildings have been struck during the hostilities. Of these, 16,291 were residential units. The reports also state that 77 medical facilities and 16 Red Crescent centers were damaged.

These claims highlight concerns about the humanitarian impact of the conflict, particularly the risks faced by civilians and healthcare infrastructure during ongoing military operations. Independent verification of the reported figures has not been publicly confirmed.

Iran reports new missile strikes

Meanwhile, Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) said it carried out the 40th phase of its retaliatory campaign, known as Operation True Promise 4. The operation, according to the IRGC, targeted what it described as hostile military positions across the region.

The latest wave reportedly involved several types of missiles, including Qadr, Emad, Kheibar Shekan and Fattah systems. Iranian officials said the strikes were intended to demonstrate the country’s ability to respond to attacks and deter further military pressure.

In its statement, the IRGC said the operation was coordinated with fighters from Lebanon’s Hezbollah movement, which has been a key ally of Iran in the region.

Claims of increased missile launches and casualties

Iranian military officials also claimed that missile launches toward Israel have intensified in recent hours. According to the IRGC statement, the volume of launches increased noticeably over the previous 24 hours.

The statement further asserted that casualties on the Israeli side had grown significantly, though detailed numbers were not provided. Such claims could not be independently verified at the time of reporting.

The IRGC also alleged that its recent strikes targeted American military facilities in the region, including bases it identified as al-Azraq in Jordan and al-Kharj in Saudi Arabia. No immediate confirmation of these claims was issued by US or regional authorities.

Conflict enters thirteenth day

The confrontation in West Asia has now entered its thirteenth day, with military exchanges continuing between the involved sides. Both Iran and its opponents have maintained firm positions, while diplomatic channels remain active behind the scenes.

Observers note that the absence of a clear pathway toward negotiations raises concerns about a prolonged confrontation that could further destabilize the region.

For now, military operations, political statements and international reactions continue to shape the evolving situation, while the humanitarian impact and regional security implications remain under close global attention.