Iran’s Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Qalibaf has stated that the ceasefire is a direct result of Hezbollah’s determination and the unity of the resistance front. Qalibaf made this statement after meeting with Field Marshal Sayyed Asim Munir in Tehran. He emphasized that Iran will approach this ceasefire with caution and that the unity will remain intact until a complete victory is achieved.
Qalibaf also expressed gratitude to the government of Pakistan and General Asim Munir for their recognition of the ceasefire agreement, stating that Iran will fulfill its promises. Just a day ago, Qalibaf stated that the US should remain committed to an agreement and clarified that resistance and Iran are one, whether it is war or a ceasefire. The American media has reported that the US is considering a uranium deal with Iran worth $20 billion.
In a statement, Donald Trump said that Iran has announced the full opening of the Strait of Hormuz. Abbas Irbilchi stated on social media that after the ceasefire in Lebanon, trade ships will be allowed to pass through the Strait of Hormuz during the period of the ceasefire. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated at the Antalya Diplomatic Forum that Turkey will continue to make efforts for peace in the region. British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak arrived in Paris to attend a conference, where he will co-chair with French President Emmanuel Macron.
In response to the ceasefire, opposition parties in the UK have demanded the resignation of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi praised Pakistan’s role in achieving the ceasefire, stating that Islamabad played an effective role in the mediation process. Lebanese President Joseph Aoun stated that the ceasefire is the best way to pave the path for positive negotiations.
Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Seyed Amir Abdollahian stated that Iran will not accept any temporary ceasefire. Brigadier Ben Saeed stated that Dubai police will increase traffic patrols across the emirate and take strict action against any moves that pose a threat to road users. In the Indian state of Uttar Pradesh, an 11-year-old boy was pushed into a burning tandoor by a catering employee during a wedding ceremony.
US Defense Secretary Patrick Shinseki has found that his policies are too religious. There has been significant improvement in the H-1B visa lottery in the United States this year, with some cases seeing a selection rate of up to 75%. Iranian Revolutionary Guards stated that the armed forces are always ready, even during the ceasefire. Former Virginia Governor Justin Fairfax shot and killed his wife, Dr. Sarah Fairfax, and then took his own life in a tragic incident near Washington, D.C.
US President Donald Trump has expressed satisfaction with the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon. Trump also expressed gratitude to the Prime Minister of Pakistan and Field Marshal Asim Munir, stating that they are great personalities. Iranian officials had expressed concerns that Israel could target them.
A Pakistani ship has departed from Kuwait and is headed towards the Strait of Hormuz. According to shipping sources in Karachi, the Khairpur ship will pass through the Strait of Hormuz next. The news of the Strait of Hormuz opening has led to a 12% decline in crude oil prices. Opposition parties in the UK have demanded the resignation of Prime Minister Rishi Sunak. Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Seyed Amir Abdollahian stated that Iran will not accept any temporary ceasefire.
