Jordanian commentator urges compromise to end Iran war

A Jordanian politician and former interior minister has called for intensified mediation to end what he describes as the US-Israeli war on Iran, arguing that neither side has achieved a decisive result.

In an opinion article published by Al Jazeera, the commentator says Iran has not surrendered and retains the resolve and capacity to confront its adversaries. He argues that the conflict’s stated objectives — ending Iran’s nuclear programme, limiting its missile capability and overthrowing its government — remain unmet.

The article acknowledges significant losses among Iranian leaders, as well as damage to infrastructure and military capabilities. However, it argues that Iran’s current leadership has become more hardline and that sanctions and a blockade are unlikely to force Tehran to capitulate, given the country’s size, borders and access to regional trade routes.

The commentator identifies the Strait of Hormuz as the immediate priority, saying the restoration of freedom of navigation is necessary to limit the risk of higher oil prices, a global recession and a wider financial and economic crisis. The source package does not independently verify the extent of any obstruction or resulting economic damage.

He calls for mediation involving Europe and China, alongside Pakistan, Oman and Qatar. Their participation, he argues, could add weight to diplomatic efforts aimed at securing a compromise, reopening the strait and protecting Arab states from spillover violence.

The assessments are presented as the author’s views and are not independently established in the available material. Al Jazeera states that the opinion does not necessarily reflect its editorial position.