End West Asia War For Global Peace. An analysis of the deadlock in peace initiative between Iran, Israel and USA. By: Prof. Neelam Mahajan Singh

End West Asia War For Global Peace.

An analysis of the deadlock in peace initiative between Iran, Israel and USA.

By: Prof. Neelam Mahajan Singh 

The unsuccessful talks between Iran and USA, in Islamabad has raised serious concerns for the gory war of Iran-Israel-USA in West Asia. Today's world is not a period of wars, it should move towards peace solutions. 

"We are trying to get breathing room," Donald Trump said onIsrael-Lebanon talks. US-Israel-Iranl-Lebanon have intensified diplomatic efforts to revive stalled US-Iran talks, with its army chief arriving in Tehran for high-level discussions aimed at securing a second round of negotiations after nearly seven weeks of bloody conflict. Islamabad, which hosted rare direct talks between the two sides, is emerging as a key mediator, with any fresh round likely to be held again in the Pakistani capital. The White House Press Secretary, Karoline Leavitt said that the next round of peace talks between the United States and Iran is likely to be held in Pakistan. Emphasising Islamabad's role, she added, "They (Pakistan) are the only mediator in this negotiation, while there have been many countries around the world that want to offer their help." Even as backchannel diplomacy continues, tensions remain high. The United States of America has maintained a 'naval blockade on Iranian ports', ramping up economic pressure on Tehran. Further sanctions on countries and entities doing business with Iran, have been termed as 

'financial bombing campaign'. The US has deployed naval assets to monitor and control access to Iranian ports, aiming to restrict Tehran’s oil exports, a key source of revenue. While Washington says non-Iran-linked shipping can still pass through the 'Strait of Hormuz', military activity in the region has been intensified. Iran will also settle through an honorable methodology, not by the hollow, maglomaniac threats of the American President. 

President Donald Trump reinforced the hardline stance, announcing a sweeping blockade. “Effective immediately, the United States Navy, the Finest in the World, will begin the process of BLOCKADING any and all ships trying to enter, or leave, the Strait of Hormuz,” he said, warning that “Any Iranian who fires at us, or at peaceful vessels, will be BLOWN TO HELL!” This kind of vitriolic threatening doesn't create a cordial atmosphere for peace. Iran responded with strong warnings of its own, with the 'Revolutionary Guards' cautioning that any misstep would trap adversaries in a deadly situation in the strategic waterway, which Tehran says it fully controls. Markets have reacted nervously. This is adversely impacting all nations. Oil prices have surged back above $100 per barrel, while global equities have declined amid fears of prolonged disruption to energy supplies. Economic analysts warn that the blockade risks of Strait of Hormuz,  being seen as a continuation of hostilities, raising the possibility of further escalation, including strikes on critical energy infrastructure. 

President Trump's top aide said that US blockade "is squeezing economic life out of Iran". White House Deputy Chief of Staff for Policy and Homeland Security Advisor Stephen Miller said that the United States' naval blockade against Iran in the Persian Gulf is "squeezing the economic life" out of the Islamic Republic, while reiterating Washington's firm opposition to 'Tehran acquiring nuclear weapons' as part of the deal to achieve a complete end to the hostilities in West Asia. In an interview with Fox News, Miller emphasised that US President Donald Trump remains committed to pursuing peace but will not compromise on preventing Iran from developing nuclear capabilities. "President Trump has made clear, he wants peace, he wants a deal, he wants Iran to choose the right path, but he will not allow Iran to pursue or achieve nuclear weapons," Miller said. Miller referred to the recent military action by Washington on Iran under "Operation Epic Fury," claiming that Iran suffered a significant military setback after declining an earlier opportunity for negotiations. In retrospect it may be stated, that the policy of Big Brother and agrandisement of the resources of other nations is a retrogressive approach, in the comity of nations, referred to as 'global village'. It is hoped that in the soon to be held, second round of talks, the West Asia War ends, and humanitarian values take priority over economic seizure.

Prof. Neelam Mahajan Singh 

(Sr. Journalist, Author, Doordarshan News Personality, Solicitor for Human Rights Protection and Philanthropist)

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