Veteran journalist Kwesi Pratt Jnr has raised doubts about the feasibility of current ceasefire discussions in the US-Iran conflict, arguing that key realities on the ground are being ignored.

Speaking on Metro TV’s Good Morning Ghana on March 25, Pratt said Iran holds a critical advantage through its control over the Strait of Hormuz, a major global oil route.

“The opening of the Strait of Hormuz is a necessary condition for ending the war. That is Iran’s biggest trump card,” he said.

He also dismissed suggestions of regime change in Iran as unrealistic, stating that there is no organised opposition structure capable of taking over power.

“They are talking about regime change without identifying any structure. The people are not organised and no leadership has emerged. It is practically impossible,” Pratt explained.

He noted that expectations of internal uprising following military strikes had not materialised, adding that large numbers of Iranians had instead rallied in support of their government.

Pratt further questioned the credibility of ongoing diplomatic efforts, including reports of proposed agreements involving uranium restrictions.

“If Iran agrees with the United Nations and Israel refuses to stop the war, what has been achieved? Nothing,” he said.

He maintained that without a clear and enforceable framework, ceasefire negotiations risk becoming ineffective.