June 14, 2025
The Boston Global Forum expresses deep concern over the escalating military conflict between Israel and Iran, which poses a serious threat to regional and global peace, security, and stability.
We urge the Islamic Republic of Iran to fully respect the requirements of the United Nations, including halting its nuclear weapons development program and ensuring complete transparency and accountability in its nuclear activities. International trust must be rebuilt through cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and compliance with international norms.
At the same time, we call on Israel to refrain from further military strikes against Iran if Iran fulfills these UN obligations and demonstrates verifiable commitment to peaceful nuclear development. Preventive aggression, without diplomatic engagement and clear evidence of violations, risks destabilizing the region and undermining pathways to peace.
The Boston Global Forum stands for a rules-based international order where disputes are resolved through dialogue, diplomacy, and respect for international law. We encourage all parties to engage in meaningful negotiations and to work with global institutions toward a peaceful, secure, and cooperative future for the Middle East.
Nguyen Anh Tuan, Co-Chair and CEO of BGF and Former Israeli Prime Minister Ehud Barak