WANA (Sep 02) – The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Peru announced on Wednesday that it has severed diplomatic relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran, citing escalating tensions in West Asia and aligning with broader U.S. policy actions against Tehran.

 

In an official statement, the Peruvian Foreign Ministry asserted that the decision was rooted in Peru’s historical commitment to peace, respect for international law, and the defense of democratic values.

 

Lima leveled several criticisms at Tehran, pointing to a degradation of democratic values in Iran, including concerns regarding domestic protests, press freedom, the rights of women and girls, and the treatment of political dissidents.

 

Peru also expressed concern over disruptions to international maritime trade through the Strait of Hormuz since March, warning that continued instability along the route poses risks to global energy prices and supply chains.

 

Additionally, the statement accused Iran of stoking violence in the Middle East and obstructing the operations of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

 

The diplomatic rift comes amid heightened pressure from the U.S. administration, which has intensified warnings of secondary sanctions against nations maintaining economic ties with Tehran as part of a renewed economic and military pressure strategy.

 

Despite cutting formal diplomatic ties, Peru confirmed that consular relations with Iran will remain intact to safeguard the interests and citizens of both nations, operating in accordance with the relevant Vienna Conventions.

 

The Peruvian Foreign Ministry formally delivered the notification to Tehran via its embassy in Ecuador, which handles concurrent diplomatic representation for Iran.