Fidan: Both US and Iran show ‘enough will’ to end war

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has expressed confidence that both the United States and Iran currently demonstrate “enough will” to end their conflict and secure a durable ceasefire. In an interview with Al Jazeera aired Tuesday, Fidan said Türkiye’s most urgent concern is ensuring the existing truce continues to hold. “The alternative of the ceasefire is going back to war, which nobody would like to see that scenario again because right now the entire world economy and energy security is suffering as a result of this war,” he warned.

Diplomatic ups and downs

Fidan described fluctuations in the talks as a normal part of any negotiation process. Referring to Washington’s recent rejection of Tehran’s latest proposal, he said: “The American side is rejecting what is being proposed, but there is always retailoring of the proposals, rewording. I think it’s possible to come up with a new acceptable wording.” He noted that mediators and parties can revise positions during negotiations, and expressed confidence that talks would continue.

Strait of Hormuz and regional coordination

Fidan stressed the importance of restoring free passage through the Strait of Hormuz to pre-war conditions, warning that imposing a new arrangement without broad international acceptance could become “a new source of a new conflict.” He praised Pakistan’s mediation efforts and said Türkiye, together with Qatar and Saudi Arabia, is coordinating to support the diplomatic track. “We all talk to each other to see where we are and how we can really contribute better to the ongoing process,” he said, adding that regional countries including Egypt and Jordan are also consulting.

Türkiye’s active role

Ankara has maintained contact with both sides throughout the crisis. Fidan warned that renewed fighting would be “prone to escalation, prone to further tragedy and drama, and negative effects for both the world’s economy and regional stability.” Türkiye, which shares maritime borders in the region, has consistently positioned itself as a trusted partner capable of offering creative solutions when mediators or parties reach an impasse.