Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister, Kazem Gharibabadi, announced that an agreement has been reached establishing an immediate and permanent ceasefire, effective tonight, which encompasses the conflict in Lebanon. Gharibabadi stated that the memorandum of understanding was drafted amid conditions of low trust among the involved parties, clarifying that the pact “does not imply trust in the enemy.”
The Iranian official emphasized that Tehran will closely monitor the adherence to commitments by the United States, warning that any breach will be thoroughly evaluated. Gharibabadi attributed some of the concessions made by the Iranian side to developments in Lebanon and statements from the armed forces, which he indicated influenced the progression of negotiations.
He noted that the readiness of the armed forces to provide a decisive response, alongside public statements from former US President Donald Trump and reactions from Hezbollah, played a role in the evolving dynamics. Furthermore, Gharibabadi suggested that military pressure and mutual threats contributed to finalizing the text of the agreement and resolving outstanding issues. He concluded by stating that the US naval blockade against Iran is set to end tonight.
Separately, reports indicated that Donald Trump and Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif had confirmed the achievement of an agreement, which was slated for signing on June 19th.
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It remains to be seen if this agreement can be effectively maintained on the ground.
What specific terms were outlined in the agreement that established the ceasefire in Lebanon?