Iran warns against ceasefire violations: 'It will end the negotiations'

Iran warns against ceasefire violations: 'It will end the negotiations' 

Iranian President Pezeshkian and Iranian Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf stated that Israeli attacks on Lebanon violate the ceasefire, warning that if the violations continue, the negotiations will become meaningless; the Tehran administration sent a message of a "strong response" to the violations.

Iranian President Pezeshkian and Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf made important assessments regarding the ceasefire process following Israel's attacks on Lebanon. The Iranian side emphasized that the ongoing attacks are a direct violation of the ceasefire agreement and jeopardize the current diplomatic ground.

Pezeshkian, describing Israel as a "Zionist entity," stated, "The continuation of these attacks makes the negotiations meaningless. Iran will never leave its Lebanese brothers alone." The President also noted that as long as the attacks continue, a new consensus will not be possible and tensions in the region will rise further.

'OUR FINGER WILL REMAIN ON THE TRIGGER'

Noting that the Tehran administration is prepared for possible developments and underlining that there will be no step back militarily or politically, Pezeshkian said, "Our finger will remain on the trigger." This statement indicated that Iran is ready to increase its military deterrence in the region.

Iranian Parliament Speaker Ghalibaf stated that the framework of the ceasefire is clear and covers not only Lebanon but also Iran's allied groups. Ghalibaf also said, "Ceasefire violations carry clear costs and will be met with strong responses. Extinguish the fire immediately."

'WE WILL CONTINUE TO STRIKE HEZBOLLAH EVERYWHERE'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in his latest assessment, announced that operations in Lebanon would continue despite the temporary ceasefire reached between Iran and the US. Netanyahu stated, "We will continue to strike Hezbollah wherever necessary."

On the other hand, US Vice President-elect James David Vance objected to Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's statement that the ceasefire would also cover Lebanon. Vance argued that Israel's actions against Lebanon were not part of the agreement made with Iran.

Iran, however, argues that the ceasefire should not be limited to a specific region and must include Lebanon. According to Iranian officials, ending all conflicts in the region must be an integral part of the ceasefire.

The Israeli army, operating in southern Lebanon, is intensifying its ground operations while frequently calling for the evacuation of civilians south of the Litani River. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun condemned the targeting of bridges, stating that Israel's occupation is being expanded.