The Government of Peru has decided to break diplomatic relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran, based on its longstanding vocation for peace and in fulfillment of its unwavering commitment to respect for international law and defend democracy, the
stated.
In a statement released Tuesday evening, the Ministry indicated that, in all matters related to this decision, the Government of Peru is acting in accordance with the relevant provisions of the 1961 Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, particularly those set out in Article 45.
With regard to the protection of Peruvian nationals and interests in Iran, the Government of Peru is acting in accordance with the 1963 Vienna Convention on Consular Relations.
The decision to break diplomatic relations with Iran does not entail a severance of consular relations, which are necessary to safeguard the citizens of each state and carry out the other functions provided for in Article 5 of the same convention.
This decision was communicated to Iran through a diplomatic note delivered via its embassy in Ecuador, which is concurrently accredited to Peru.
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs recalled that Peru has on several occasions expressed its condemnation and deep concern over the delicate situation threatening stability in the Middle East and seriously affecting international peace and security.
“Within the framework of its firm commitment to defending democracy, a fundamental principle of its foreign policy, Peru has been observing with growing consternation the deterioration of this value in Iran, as denounced by various United Nations mechanisms, particularly with regard to the repression of peaceful demonstrations, the suppression of press freedom, discrimination against women and girls, and the persecution of political opponents,” it pointed out.
Likewise, the Ministry noted that the Government of Peru views with deep concern the severe restrictions imposed by the Iranian regime, as well as the disruption of international trade through the Strait of Hormuz since March 2026.
It warned that these restrictions violate principles such as freedom of navigation and the right of passage through straits used for international maritime transit, which cannot be subject to unilateral conditions, particularly in terms of navigational safety, the protection of human life at sea, and the preservation of the marine environment, without prejudice to their impact on energy prices and the stability of global supply chains.
“The Government of Peru also strongly rejects Iran’s incitement to violence and the escalation of conflicts in the Middle East, as well as its obstruction of the International Atomic Energy Agency’s work, whose inspectors it has repeatedly denied access to nuclear facilities, hindering the verification necessary to prevent the production of nuclear weapons,” it added.
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