Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei, Iran’s new Supreme Leader, has reportedly rejected proposals for reducing tensions or establishing a ceasefire with the United States, conveyed through two intermediary countries. A senior Iranian official described Khamenei’s stance as firm and uncompromising during Tehran’s first foreign policy session.
The official said Khamenei emphasized that Iran will not pursue peace until the U.S. and Israel are forced to “accept defeat, pay compensation, and acknowledge responsibility” for actions against Tehran. The leader’s approach reflects a policy focused on retaliation rather than negotiation at this stage of the conflict.
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The ongoing war between the U.S. and Israel against Iran has now entered its third week, with at least 2,000 casualties reported. Strategic waterways, particularly the Strait of Hormuz, remain largely blocked, disrupting global shipping and contributing to rising oil prices and economic concerns worldwide.
U.S. President Donald Trump has requested assistance from allies to reopen the Strait of Hormuz, but many partners have declined, leaving the critical waterway under Iranian influence. The blockade has intensified fears of energy supply disruptions and global inflationary pressures in international markets.
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According to sources, efforts by Middle Eastern allies to initiate diplomatic talks and reduce hostilities have so far been rebuffed by the Trump administration. Meanwhile, Tehran maintains its position that no meaningful negotiations can occur until significant concessions are made by Washington and Jerusalem.
Analysts warn that Khamenei’s hardline approach signals a continuation of military escalation in the region. Observers also suggest that the rejection of ceasefire proposals may further complicate peace efforts and prolong the humanitarian and economic crises affecting civilians across Iran and neighboring countries.